Barangay Lap-lapog is a barangay in Villaviciosa, Abra, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Villaviciosa. It had a population of 904 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Esteban Luzano Acena(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lap-lapog · Data updated 2026-05-29
About Barangay Lap-lapog
Situated in Villaviciosa, Abra, Barangay Lap-lapog is one of 8 barangays that make up the municipality within CAR.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lap-lapog had a population of 904. This made it the 2nd largest of 8 barangays in Villaviciosa by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lap-lapog accounted for approximately 15.93% of the total population of Villaviciosa, which stood at 5,674 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Lap-lapog changed from 916 to 904, a shift of -1.3% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with broadly stable populations in Villaviciosa. Barangay Lap-lapog is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Villaviciosa is a municipality comprising 8 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lap-lapog, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Abra, which contains 303 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lap-lapog ranks 93rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Abra is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Lap-lapog is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Villaviciosa 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 Lap-lapog from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
765
—
—
2020 CPH
916
+151
+19.7%
2024 POPCEN
904
-12
-1.3%
2015–2020: +19.7% total (+3.67%/yr).2020–2024: -1.3% total (-0.33%/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 Villaviciosa
2ndof 8
Among the top quartile of Villaviciosa by population.
Share of Villaviciosa
15.9%
of the municipality's total 5,674 residents.
Rank in Abra
93rdof 303
Province-wide percentile: 70.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Villaviciosa (municipality) class
5th
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 Lap-lapog
Where is Barangay Lap-lapog located?▾
Barangay Lap-lapog is a barangay in the municipality of Villaviciosa, Abra, CAR, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lap-lapog hall?▾
Barangay Lap-lapog is located in Villaviciosa, Abra, CAR, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lap-lapog?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lap-lapog is Esteban Luzano Acena (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lap-lapog?▾
You can contact Barangay Lap-lapog via phone at 09674496542.
What municipality is Barangay Lap-lapog part of?▾
Barangay Lap-lapog is one of 8 barangays in the municipality of Villaviciosa, Abra, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lap-lapog urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lap-lapog 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 Villaviciosa?▾
Villaviciosa is classified as a 5th 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 Lap-lapog.
Has the population of Barangay Lap-lapog been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lap-lapog went from 916 residents to 904 — a change of -1.3% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lap-lapog in?▾
Barangay Lap-lapog is part of the CAR administrative region of the Philippines. Within CAR, the barangay falls under the province of Abra, and is one of 8 barangays administered by Villaviciosa.
How many barangays are in Villaviciosa?▾
Villaviciosa has 8 barangays, including Barangay Lap-lapog. You can browse the full list on our Villaviciosa page.
How many residents does Barangay Lap-lapog have?▾
Barangay Lap-lapog had a population of 904 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lap-lapog?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Villaviciosa is 2811. 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 Lap-lapog, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lap-lapog was last updated on 2026-05-29. 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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