Barangay Guanko is a local government unit in Balete, Aklan, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,152 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Joel Melchor Sonio(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Guanko · Data updated 2026-05-30
About Barangay Guanko
Barangay Guanko is a small barangay in the municipality of Balete, located in the province of Aklan, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Guanko had a population of 1,152. This made it the 8th largest of 10 barangays in Balete by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Guanko accounted for approximately 3.80% of the total population of Balete, which stood at 30,310 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 Guanko changed from 1,180 to 1,152, a shift of -2.4% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Balete. Barangay Guanko is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Balete is a municipality comprising 10 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Guanko, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Aklan, which contains 327 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Guanko ranks 212th by 2024 POPCEN population. Aklan is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Balete 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 Guanko from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,321
—
—
2020 CPH
1,180
-141
-10.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,152
-28
-2.4%
2015–2020: -10.7% total (-2.23%/yr).2020–2024: -2.4% total (-0.60%/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 Balete
8thof 10
Among the lower half of Balete by population.
Share of Balete
3.8%
of the municipality's total 30,310 residents.
Rank in Aklan
212thof 327
Province-wide percentile: 35.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Balete (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 Guanko
Where is Barangay Guanko located?▾
Barangay Guanko is a barangay in the municipality of Balete, Aklan, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Guanko hall?▾
Barangay Guanko is located in Balete, Aklan, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Guanko?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Guanko is Joel Melchor Sonio (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Guanko?▾
You can contact Barangay Guanko via phone at 09858255304.
What municipality is Barangay Guanko part of?▾
Barangay Guanko is one of 10 barangays in the municipality of Balete, Aklan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Guanko urban or rural?▾
Barangay Guanko 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 Balete?▾
Balete 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 Guanko.
Has the population of Barangay Guanko been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Guanko went from 1,180 residents to 1,152 — a change of -2.4% 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 Guanko in?▾
Barangay Guanko is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Aklan, and is one of 10 barangays administered by Balete.
How many barangays are in Balete?▾
Balete has 10 barangays, including Barangay Guanko. You can browse the full list on our Balete page.
How many residents does Barangay Guanko have?▾
Barangay Guanko had a population of 1,152 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Guanko?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Balete is 5614. 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 Guanko, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Guanko was last updated on 2026-05-30. 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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