Located in Gitagum, Misamis Oriental, Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Gitagum. It had a population of 1,157 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jeofrey Antigbao Tagarda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Gregorio Pelaez
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez forms part of Gitagum, a municipality in Misamis Oriental, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gregorio Pelaez had a population of 1,157. This made it the 9th largest of 11 barangays in Gitagum by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gregorio Pelaez accounted for approximately 6.00% of the total population of Gitagum, which stood at 19,269 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Gregorio Pelaez moved from 1,124 residents to 1,157, an intercensal change of +2.9%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gitagum is a municipality comprising 11 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gregorio Pelaez, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Misamis Oriental, which contains 504 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gregorio Pelaez ranks 316th by 2024 POPCEN population. Misamis Oriental is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Gitagum 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 Gregorio Pelaez from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,087
—
—
2020 CPH
1,124
+37
+3.4%
2024 POPCEN
1,157
+33
+2.9%
2015–2020: +3.4% total (+0.67%/yr).2020–2024: +2.9% total (+0.73%/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 Gitagum
9thof 11
Among the lower half of Gitagum by population.
Share of Gitagum
6.0%
of the municipality's total 19,269 residents.
Rank in Misamis Oriental
316thof 504
Province-wide percentile: 38.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Gitagum (municipality) class
5th
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 Gregorio Pelaez
Where is Barangay Gregorio Pelaez located?▾
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is a barangay in the municipality of Gitagum, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gregorio Pelaez hall?▾
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is located in Gitagum, Misamis Oriental, Northern Mindanao, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gregorio Pelaez?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is Jeofrey Antigbao Tagarda (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gregorio Pelaez?▾
You can contact Barangay Gregorio Pelaez via phone at 09652148982.
What municipality is Barangay Gregorio Pelaez part of?▾
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is one of 11 barangays in the municipality of Gitagum, Misamis Oriental, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gregorio Pelaez urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez 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 Gitagum?▾
Gitagum is classified as a 5th 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 Gregorio Pelaez.
Has the population of Barangay Gregorio Pelaez been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gregorio Pelaez went from 1,124 residents to 1,157 — a change of +2.9% 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 Gregorio Pelaez in?▾
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez is part of the Northern Mindanao administrative region of the Philippines. Within Northern Mindanao, the barangay falls under the province of Misamis Oriental, and is one of 11 barangays administered by Gitagum.
How many barangays are in Gitagum?▾
Gitagum has 11 barangays, including Barangay Gregorio Pelaez. You can browse the full list on our Gitagum page.
How many residents does Barangay Gregorio Pelaez have?▾
Barangay Gregorio Pelaez had a population of 1,157 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gregorio Pelaez?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gitagum is 9020. 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 Gregorio Pelaez, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gregorio Pelaez 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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