Barangay Lahi is a barangay in Gigaquit, Surigao Del Norte, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Gigaquit. It had a population of 830 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.
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Punong Barangay
Carmen Galindes Peruda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lahi · Data updated 2026-05-30
About Barangay Lahi
Barangay Lahi is a small barangay in the municipality of Gigaquit, located in the province of Surigao Del Norte, in the Caraga region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lahi had a population of 830. This made it the 11th largest of 13 barangays in Gigaquit by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lahi accounted for approximately 3.62% of the total population of Gigaquit, which stood at 22,949 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 800 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 830 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +3.8%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Lahi is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gigaquit is a municipality comprising 13 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lahi, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Surigao Del Norte, which contains 335 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lahi ranks 218th by 2024 POPCEN population. Surigao Del Norte is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Lahi 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 Gigaquit 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 Lahi from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
826
—
—
2020 CPH
800
-26
-3.1%
2024 POPCEN
830
+30
+3.8%
2015–2020: -3.1% total (-0.64%/yr).2020–2024: +3.8% total (+0.92%/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 Gigaquit
11thof 13
Among the smaller barangays of Gigaquit by population.
Share of Gigaquit
3.6%
of the municipality's total 22,949 residents.
Rank in Surigao Del Norte
218thof 335
Province-wide percentile: 35.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Gigaquit (municipality) class
4th
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 Lahi in Gigaquit during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Lahi
Where is Barangay Lahi located?▾
Barangay Lahi is a barangay in the municipality of Gigaquit, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lahi hall?▾
Barangay Lahi is located in Gigaquit, Surigao Del Norte, Caraga, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lahi?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lahi is Carmen Galindes Peruda (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lahi?▾
You can contact Barangay Lahi via phone at 09463959885.
What municipality is Barangay Lahi part of?▾
Barangay Lahi is one of 13 barangays in the municipality of Gigaquit, Surigao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lahi urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lahi 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 Gigaquit?▾
Gigaquit is classified as a 4th 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 Lahi.
Has the population of Barangay Lahi been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lahi went from 800 residents to 830 — a change of +3.8% 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 Lahi in?▾
Barangay Lahi is part of the Caraga administrative region of the Philippines. Within Caraga, the barangay falls under the province of Surigao Del Norte, and is one of 13 barangays administered by Gigaquit.
How many barangays are in Gigaquit?▾
Gigaquit has 13 barangays, including Barangay Lahi. You can browse the full list on our Gigaquit page.
How many residents does Barangay Lahi have?▾
Barangay Lahi had a population of 830 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lahi?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gigaquit is 8409. 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 Lahi, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lahi was last updated on 2026-05-30. 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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