Barangay Gegachac is a local government unit in City of Passi, Iloilo, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 593 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Gerardo Palmaira Sindol(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gegachac · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-3.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Gegachac from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
616
—
—
2020 CPH
697
+81
+13.1%
2024 POPCEN
593
-104
-14.9%
2015–2020: +13.1% total (+2.50%/yr).2020–2024: -14.9% total (-3.96%/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 Passi
46thof 51
Among the smaller barangays of City of Passi by population.
Share of City of Passi
0.66%
of the city's total 90,313 residents.
Rank in Iloilo
1333rdof 1,901
Province-wide percentile: 30.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
City of Passi (city) class
4th
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.
About Barangay Gegachac
Situated in City of Passi, Iloilo, Barangay Gegachac is one of 51 barangays that make up the city within Western Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gegachac had a population of 593. This made it the 46th largest of 51 barangays in City of Passi by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the city. Residents of Barangay Gegachac accounted for approximately 0.66% of the total population of City of Passi, which stood at 90,313 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Gegachac moved from 697 residents to 593, an intercensal change of -14.9%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Gegachac is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
City of Passi is a city of 51 barangays, of which Barangay Gegachac is one. Within the wider province of Iloilo, which contains 1,901 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gegachac ranks 1333rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Iloilo is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
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 Passi 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Gegachac
Where is Barangay Gegachac located?▾
Barangay Gegachac is a barangay in the City of Passi, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gegachac hall?▾
Barangay Gegachac is located in City of Passi, Iloilo, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gegachac?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Gegachac is Gerardo Palmaira Sindol (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Gegachac?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Gegachac is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official City of Passi LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What city is Barangay Gegachac part of?▾
Barangay Gegachac is one of 51 barangays in the City of Passi, Iloilo, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gegachac urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gegachac 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 City of Passi?▾
City of Passi is classified as a 4th 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 Gegachac.
Has the population of Barangay Gegachac been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gegachac went from 697 residents to 593 — a change of -14.9% 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 Gegachac in?▾
Barangay Gegachac is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Iloilo, and is one of 51 barangays administered by City of Passi.
How many barangays are in City of Passi?▾
City of Passi has 51 barangays, including Barangay Gegachac. You can browse the full list on our City of Passi page.
How many residents does Barangay Gegachac have?▾
Barangay Gegachac had a population of 593 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gegachac?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for City of Passi is 5037. 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 Gegachac, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gegachac was last updated on 2026-07-01. 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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