Barangay Gabi is a barangay in Baleno, Masbate, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Baleno. It had a population of 612 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Merla Maglente Cortes(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gabi · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Gabi
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Gabi is one of the administrative divisions of Baleno in Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gabi had a population of 612. This made it the 19th largest of 24 barangays in Baleno by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gabi accounted for approximately 2.13% of the total population of Baleno, which stood at 28,787 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 645 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 612 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -5.1%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Gabi is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Baleno is a municipality comprising 24 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gabi, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Masbate, which contains 550 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gabi ranks 489th by 2024 POPCEN population. Masbate is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Gabi 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 Baleno 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 Gabi from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
632
—
—
2020 CPH
645
+13
+2.1%
2024 POPCEN
612
-33
-5.1%
2015–2020: +2.1% total (+0.41%/yr).2020–2024: -5.1% total (-1.30%/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 Baleno
19thof 24
Among the lower half of Baleno by population.
Share of Baleno
2.1%
of the municipality's total 28,787 residents.
Rank in Masbate
489thof 550
Province-wide percentile: 11.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Baleno (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 Gabi
Where is Barangay Gabi located?▾
Barangay Gabi is a barangay in the municipality of Baleno, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gabi hall?▾
Barangay Gabi is located in Baleno, Masbate, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gabi?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gabi is Merla Maglente Cortes (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gabi?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Gabi is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Baleno LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Gabi part of?▾
Barangay Gabi is one of 24 barangays in the municipality of Baleno, Masbate, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gabi urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gabi 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 Baleno?▾
Baleno 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 Gabi.
Has the population of Barangay Gabi been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gabi went from 645 residents to 612 — a change of -5.1% 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 Gabi in?▾
Barangay Gabi is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Masbate, and is one of 24 barangays administered by Baleno.
How many barangays are in Baleno?▾
Baleno has 24 barangays, including Barangay Gabi. You can browse the full list on our Baleno page.
How many residents does Barangay Gabi have?▾
Barangay Gabi had a population of 612 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gabi?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Baleno is 5413. 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 Gabi, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gabi 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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