Barangay Profile

Barangay Northern Poblacion

San Francisco, Surigao del Norte, Region XIII

PSGC 0702242008 ZIP 8401
5,334 Population
9th of 91 By Population
8.7 m Elevation
8401 ZIP Code
Philippines Caraga Surigao del Norte San Francisco Barangays Northern Poblacion
Direct Answer

Barangay Northern Poblacion is a barangay in San Francisco, Surigao del Norte, in the Caraga (Region XIII) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0702242008 with ZIP code 8401, it had a 2020 Census population of 5,334. That makes it the 9th most populous of San Francisco's 91 barangays (33.3% of the municipal total of 16,004). It sits at about 8.7 m above sea level at coordinates 10.6472, 124.3811.

Overview

Barangay Northern Poblacion is a local community situated within San Francisco, Surigao del Norte. Serving as the primary administrative building block of local governance, it connects local residents directly to municipal public services, community development, and regional infrastructure networks.

Demographics & Population Trends

Insights into growth, age distributions, and household composition.

Historical Population Growth

Barangay Northern Poblacion is tracked across every census round conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority. The table and bar chart below trace its recorded population from 1990 to 2020, together with the annualized growth rate and net population change between counts. Read side by side, they show whether Northern Poblacion is expanding, contracting, or holding steady within San Francisco, a signal that informs housing demand, school-age population, and the delivery of local public services.

Census Date Population Growth Net
1990 May 1 2,874 — —
1995 Sep 1 2,955 +0.52% 81
2000 May 1 3,277 +2.24% 322
2007 Aug 1 3,503 +0.92% 226
2010 May 1 3,779 +2.8% 276
2015 Aug 1 4,786 +4.6% 1,007
2020 May 1 5,334 +2.31% 548
2,874
2,955
3,277
3,503
3,779
4,786
5,334
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015
2020

Age Distribution (2015 Census)

The age profile of Barangay Northern Poblacion is drawn from the 2015 Census and grouped into five-year age bands. The table and bar chart below show how residents split across the young dependent population, the working-age population, and older residents, the balance that drives the local dependency ratio and median age. A community weighted toward working-age adults points to a wider labor force, while a broad base of children signals future demand for schools, health centers, and youth programs in San Francisco.

Age Group Population Share
Under 1 105 2.19%
1 to 4 466 9.74%
5 to 9 595 12.43%
10 to 14 547 11.43%
15 to 19 519 10.84%
20 to 24 473 9.88%
25 to 29 339 7.08%
30 to 34 287 6%
35 to 39 254 5.31%
40 to 44 231 4.83%
45 to 49 219 4.58%
50 to 54 230 4.81%
55 to 59 163 3.41%
60 to 64 112 2.34%
65 to 69 84 1.76%
70 to 74 74 1.55%
75 to 79 52 1.09%
80 and over 36 0.75%
Under 1
105
1 to 4
466
5 to 9
595
10 to 14
547
15 to 19
519
20 to 24
473
25 to 29
339
30 to 34
287
35 to 39
254
40 to 44
231
45 to 49
219
50 to 54
230
55 to 59
163
60 to 64
112
65 to 69
84
70 to 74
74
75 to 79
52
80 and over
36
1,713

Young population (0-14) · 35.79%

2,827

Working-age population (15-64) · 59.07%

246

Older population (65+) · 5.14%

Household Trends

Household formation in Barangay Northern Poblacion is measured each census through the number of households and the average household size. The table and bar chart below plot how the household count has moved across the years. A rising number of households alongside a falling average size usually reflects smaller family units and new home formation, while a steady average size suggests multigenerational living remains common. These figures help gauge local housing stock, utility demand, and the pace of residential development in San Francisco.

Census Date Households Avg. Size
1990 May 1 502 5.73
1995 Sep 1 594 4.93
2000 May 1 636 5.14
2007 Aug 1 812 4.31
2010 May 1 850 4.44
2015 Aug 1 1,104 4.32
502
594
636
812
850
1,104
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015

Location & Environment

Geographic coordinates, comparative elevation, and environmental risk profile.

9th of 91

Relative rank among San Francisco's barangays by 2020 population.

8.7 m Elevation

Elevation profile, compared to the 31.9 m municipal median.

Barangay Northern Poblacion is located at approximately 10.6472, 124.3811 (10°38'50" N, 124°22'52" E) on Mindanao , roughly 8.7 meters above sea level.

Hazard Profile & Risk Context

Typhoon

Caraga is exposed to several tropical cyclones each season, less often than the eastern and northern seaboards.

Moderate
Earthquake

Caraga is seismically active, with movement along nearby faults and trenches capable of producing strong earthquakes.

High
Flood & storm surge

At roughly 8.7 m above sea level, low-lying areas here are more exposed to flooding and, near the coast, storm surge during major storms.

High

General planning context derived from topographic models. Refer to PHIVOLCS and municipal DRRMO advisories for official disaster risk mapping.

Governance & Administrative Record

Local administration setup and statutory registry parameters.

As the primary administrative tier in the Philippines, Barangay Northern Poblacion in municipality of San Francisco, province of Surigao del Norte is led by an elected Punong Barangay alongside a Sangguniang Barangay composed of seven elected council members. The barangay council oversees neighborhood disputes via the Lupong Tagapamayapa, enacts local ordinances, and maintains peace and public safety.

Official Registry

PSGC Statutory Data Sheet

Barangay Name Northern Poblacion
PSGC Code 0702242008
Population (2020) 5,334
Rank in Municipality 9th of 91
Coordinates 10.6472, 124.3811 (10°38'50" N, 124°22'52" E)
Elevation 8.7 m above sea level
City / Municipality San Francisco
Region Caraga
ZIP Code 8401

Surrounding Area & Local Culture

Nearby communities, cultural landmarks, and local services in San Francisco.

Local Directory

Businesses & Services in San Francisco

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms serving Barangay Northern Poblacion and the wider San Francisco area.

12 Businesses Listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barangay Northern Poblacion located?

Barangay Northern Poblacion is a barangay in San Francisco, Surigao del Norte, in the Caraga (Region XIII) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0702242008 with ZIP code 8401, it had a 2020 Census population of 5,334. That makes it the 9th most populous of San Francisco's 91 barangays (33.3% of the municipal total of 16,004). It sits at about 8.7 m above sea level at coordinates 10.6472, 124.3811.

What is the population of Barangay Northern Poblacion?

5,334 as of the 2020 Census, the 9th largest of San Francisco's 91 barangays (33.3% of the municipal total).

What is the PSGC code of Barangay Northern Poblacion?

The PSGC code is 0702242008, a nine-digit identifier in the PSA classification.

What is the ZIP code of Barangay Northern Poblacion?

ZIP 8401, covering San Francisco and its barangays.

How many barangays does San Francisco have?

91 barangays per the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 release.

Notes & Data Sources

  • Administrative boundaries sourced from the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 dataset release.
  • Population figures and geographical metrics are integrated from official PhilAtlas and PSA Census records.