Barangay Abra is a barangay in Gattaran, Cagayan, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Gattaran. It had a population of 931 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Raul Demdan Fernicol(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Abra · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Abra
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Abra is one of the administrative divisions of Gattaran in Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Abra had a population of 931. This made it the 31st largest of 50 barangays in Gattaran by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Abra accounted for approximately 1.56% of the total population of Gattaran, which stood at 59,704 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 Abra changed from 896 to 931, a shift of +3.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Gattaran. Barangay Abra is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gattaran is a municipality comprising 50 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Abra, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cagayan, which contains 820 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Abra ranks 553rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cagayan is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Abra is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided 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 Gattaran 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 Abra from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
981
—
—
2020 CPH
896
-85
-8.7%
2024 POPCEN
931
+35
+3.9%
2015–2020: -8.7% total (-1.80%/yr).2020–2024: +3.9% total (+0.96%/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 Gattaran
31stof 50
Among the lower half of Gattaran by population.
Share of Gattaran
1.6%
of the municipality's total 59,704 residents.
Rank in Cagayan
553rdof 820
Province-wide percentile: 33.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gattaran (municipality) class
1st
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 Abra
Where is Barangay Abra located?▾
Barangay Abra is a barangay in the municipality of Gattaran, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Abra hall?▾
Barangay Abra is located in Gattaran, Cagayan, Cagayan Valley, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Abra?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Abra is Raul Demdan Fernicol (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Abra?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Abra is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Gattaran LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Abra part of?▾
Barangay Abra is one of 50 barangays in the municipality of Gattaran, Cagayan, Philippines.
Is Barangay Abra urban or rural?▾
Barangay Abra 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 Gattaran?▾
Gattaran is classified as a 1st 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 Abra.
Has the population of Barangay Abra been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Abra went from 896 residents to 931 — a change of +3.9% 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 Abra in?▾
Barangay Abra is part of the Cagayan Valley administrative region of the Philippines. Within Cagayan Valley, the barangay falls under the province of Cagayan, and is one of 50 barangays administered by Gattaran.
How many barangays are in Gattaran?▾
Gattaran has 50 barangays, including Barangay Abra. You can browse the full list on our Gattaran page.
How many residents does Barangay Abra have?▾
Barangay Abra had a population of 931 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Abra?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gattaran is 3508. 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 Abra, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Abra was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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