Barangay Samoyao is a barangay in Gandara, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Gandara. It had a population of 691 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Emildo Caamod Oliva(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Samoyao · Data updated 2026-07-01
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+6.1% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Samoyao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
651
—
—
2020 CPH
673
+22
+3.4%
2024 POPCEN
691
+18
+2.7%
2015–2020: +3.4% total (+0.67%/yr).2020–2024: +2.7% total (+0.66%/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 Gandara
18thof 69
Among the top quartile of Gandara by population.
Share of Gandara
1.9%
of the municipality's total 36,826 residents.
Rank in Samar
392ndof 951
Province-wide percentile: 59.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gandara (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.
About Barangay Samoyao
Barangay Samoyao is a small barangay in the municipality of Gandara, located in the province of Samar, in the Eastern Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Samoyao had a population of 691. This made it the 18th largest of 69 barangays in Gandara by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Samoyao accounted for approximately 1.88% of the total population of Gandara, which stood at 36,826 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Samoyao moved from 673 residents to 691, an intercensal change of +2.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Samoyao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gandara is a municipality of 69 barangays, of which Barangay Samoyao is one. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Samoyao ranks 392nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar 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 Gandara 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 Samoyao
Where is Barangay Samoyao located?▾
Barangay Samoyao is a barangay in the municipality of Gandara, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Samoyao hall?▾
Barangay Samoyao is located in Gandara, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Samoyao?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Samoyao is Emildo Caamod Oliva (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Samoyao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Samoyao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Gandara LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Samoyao part of?▾
Barangay Samoyao is one of 69 barangays in the municipality of Gandara, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Samoyao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Samoyao 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 Gandara?▾
Gandara 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 Samoyao.
Has the population of Barangay Samoyao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Samoyao went from 673 residents to 691 — a change of +2.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Samoyao in?▾
Barangay Samoyao is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 69 barangays administered by Gandara.
How many barangays are in Gandara?▾
Gandara has 69 barangays, including Barangay Samoyao. You can browse the full list on our Gandara page.
How many residents does Barangay Samoyao have?▾
Barangay Samoyao had a population of 691 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Samoyao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gandara is 6706. 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 Samoyao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Samoyao 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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