Situated in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Barangay Ulayan is one of the administrative divisions of Eastern Visayas. It had a population of 648 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Lea Bardaje Morate(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Ulayan · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-0.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Ulayan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
649
—
—
2020 CPH
643
-6
-0.9%
2024 POPCEN
648
+5
+0.8%
2015–2020: -0.9% total (-0.19%/yr).2020–2024: +0.8% total (+0.19%/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
18thof 38
Among the upper half of Villareal by population.
Share of Villareal
2.3%
of the municipality's total 27,909 residents.
Rank in Samar
425thof 951
Province-wide percentile: 55.
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.
About Barangay Ulayan
Barangay Ulayan forms part of Villareal, a municipality in Samar, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Ulayan had a population of 648. This made it the 18th largest of 38 barangays in Villareal by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Ulayan accounted for approximately 2.32% 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 643 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 648 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +0.8%, consistent with a slowly expanding settlement. Barangay Ulayan 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 of 38 barangays, of which Barangay Ulayan is one. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Ulayan ranks 425th 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.
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Ulayan
Where is Barangay Ulayan located?▾
Barangay Ulayan is a barangay in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Ulayan hall?▾
Barangay Ulayan 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 Ulayan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Ulayan is Lea Bardaje Morate (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Ulayan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Ulayan 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 Ulayan part of?▾
Barangay Ulayan is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Ulayan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Ulayan 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 Ulayan.
Has the population of Barangay Ulayan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Ulayan went from 643 residents to 648 — a change of +0.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Ulayan in?▾
Barangay Ulayan 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 Ulayan. You can browse the full list on our Villareal page.
How many residents does Barangay Ulayan have?▾
Barangay Ulayan had a population of 648 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Ulayan?▾
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 Ulayan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Ulayan was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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