Situated in the City of Dipolog, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Gulayon is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 7,833 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Mary Jane Velasco Cuenca(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gulayon · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Gulayon
Situated in City of Dipolog, Zamboanga Del Norte, Barangay Gulayon is one of 21 barangays that make up the city within Zamboanga Peninsula.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gulayon had a population of 7,833. This made it the 9th largest of 21 barangays in City of Dipolog by population, placing it in the middle tier of the city. Residents of Barangay Gulayon accounted for approximately 5.74% of the total population of City of Dipolog, which stood at 136,528 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 7,896 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 7,833 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.8%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Gulayon is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
City of Dipolog is a city comprising 21 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gulayon, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Del Norte, which contains 691 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gulayon ranks 10th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Del Norte is classified as a 1st 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 City of Dipolog 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 Gulayon from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
7,359
—
—
2020 CPH
7,896
+537
+7.3%
2024 POPCEN
7,833
-63
-0.8%
2015–2020: +7.3% total (+1.42%/yr).2020–2024: -0.8% total (-0.20%/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 City of Dipolog
9thof 21
Among the upper half of City of Dipolog by population.
Share of City of Dipolog
5.7%
of the city's total 136,528 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Del Norte
10thof 691
Province-wide percentile: 99.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
City of Dipolog (city) class
3rd
Parent city 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 Gulayon
Where is Barangay Gulayon located?▾
Barangay Gulayon is a barangay in the City of Dipolog, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gulayon hall?▾
Barangay Gulayon is located in City of Dipolog, Zamboanga Del Norte, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gulayon?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gulayon is Mary Jane Velasco Cuenca (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gulayon?▾
You can contact Barangay Gulayon via phone at 09380014037.
What city is Barangay Gulayon part of?▾
Barangay Gulayon is one of 21 barangays in the City of Dipolog, Zamboanga Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gulayon urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gulayon is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same city.
What is the income classification of City of Dipolog?▾
City of Dipolog is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the city'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 Gulayon.
Has the population of Barangay Gulayon been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gulayon went from 7,896 residents to 7,833 — 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 Gulayon in?▾
Barangay Gulayon is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Del Norte, and is one of 21 barangays administered by City of Dipolog.
How many barangays are in City of Dipolog?▾
City of Dipolog has 21 barangays, including Barangay Gulayon. You can browse the full list on our City of Dipolog page.
How many residents does Barangay Gulayon have?▾
Barangay Gulayon had a population of 7,833 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gulayon?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Dipolog is 7100. 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 Gulayon, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gulayon 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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