Located in Villareal, Samar, Barangay Cambaguio is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Villareal. It had a population of 688 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Victor Restum Canotal(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Cambaguio · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Cambaguio
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Cambaguio is one of the administrative divisions of Villareal in Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Cambaguio had a population of 688. This made it the 13th largest of 38 barangays in Villareal by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Cambaguio accounted for approximately 2.47% of the total population of Villareal, which stood at 27,909 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 727 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 688 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -5.4%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Cambaguio is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Villareal is a municipality comprising 38 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Cambaguio, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Cambaguio ranks 394th by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Cambaguio is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms under Republic Act No. 12232.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Villareal or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Cambaguio from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
632
—
—
2020 CPH
727
+95
+15.0%
2024 POPCEN
688
-39
-5.4%
2015–2020: +15.0% total (+2.84%/yr).2020–2024: -5.4% total (-1.37%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Villareal
13thof 38
Among the upper half of Villareal by population.
Share of Villareal
2.5%
of the municipality's total 27,909 residents.
Rank in Samar
394thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 59.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Villareal (municipality) class
4th*
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Cambaguio
Where is Barangay Cambaguio located?▾
Barangay Cambaguio is a barangay in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Cambaguio hall?▾
Barangay Cambaguio is located in Villareal, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Cambaguio?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Cambaguio is Victor Restum Canotal (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Cambaguio?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Cambaguio is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Villareal LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Cambaguio part of?▾
Barangay Cambaguio is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Cambaguio urban or rural?▾
Barangay Cambaguio is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Villareal?▾
Villareal is classified as a 4th* by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Cambaguio.
Has the population of Barangay Cambaguio been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Cambaguio went from 727 residents to 688 — a change of -5.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Cambaguio in?▾
Barangay Cambaguio is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 38 barangays administered by Villareal.
How many barangays are in Villareal?▾
Villareal has 38 barangays, including Barangay Cambaguio. You can browse the full list on our Villareal page.
How many residents does Barangay Cambaguio have?▾
Barangay Cambaguio had a population of 688 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Cambaguio?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Villareal is 6717. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Cambaguio, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Cambaguio was last updated on 2026-05-25. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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