Barangay Gibato is a local government unit in Dumarao, Capiz, in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 2,632 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Dumarao. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Robert Delos Santos Sinoy(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gibato · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Gibato
Barangay Gibato forms part of Dumarao, a municipality in Capiz, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gibato had a population of 2,632. This made it the 5th largest of 33 barangays in Dumarao by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gibato accounted for approximately 5.10% of the total population of Dumarao, which stood at 51,633 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 Gibato changed from 2,627 to 2,632, a shift of +0.2% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with slowly expanding populations in Dumarao. Barangay Gibato is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Dumarao is a municipality comprising 33 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gibato, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Capiz, which contains 473 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gibato ranks 75th by 2024 POPCEN population. Capiz is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Gibato is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Dumarao 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 Gibato from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,411
—
—
2020 CPH
2,627
+216
+9.0%
2024 POPCEN
2,632
+5
+0.2%
2015–2020: +9.0% total (+1.73%/yr).2020–2024: +0.2% total (+0.05%/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 Dumarao
5thof 33
Among the top quartile of Dumarao by population.
Share of Dumarao
5.1%
of the municipality's total 51,633 residents.
Rank in Capiz
75thof 473
Province-wide percentile: 84.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Dumarao (municipality) class
2nd
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.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Gibato in Dumarao during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Gibato
Where is Barangay Gibato located?▾
Barangay Gibato is a barangay in the municipality of Dumarao, Capiz, Western Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gibato hall?▾
Barangay Gibato is located in Dumarao, Capiz, Western Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gibato?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gibato is Robert Delos Santos Sinoy (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gibato?▾
You can contact Barangay Gibato via phone at 09971804406.
What municipality is Barangay Gibato part of?▾
Barangay Gibato is one of 33 barangays in the municipality of Dumarao, Capiz, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gibato urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gibato 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 Dumarao?▾
Dumarao is classified as a 2nd 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 Gibato.
Has the population of Barangay Gibato been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gibato went from 2,627 residents to 2,632 — a change of +0.2% 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 Gibato in?▾
Barangay Gibato is part of the Western Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Western Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Capiz, and is one of 33 barangays administered by Dumarao.
How many barangays are in Dumarao?▾
Dumarao has 33 barangays, including Barangay Gibato. You can browse the full list on our Dumarao page.
How many residents does Barangay Gibato have?▾
Barangay Gibato had a population of 2,632 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gibato?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Dumarao is 5812. 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 Gibato, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gibato 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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