Situated in the municipality of Guinayangan, Quezon, Barangay Salakan is one of the administrative divisions of CALABARZON. It had a population of 982 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Rodel Gonzaga Gamelo(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Salakan · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-0.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Salakan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
990
—
—
2020 CPH
920
-70
-7.1%
2024 POPCEN
982
+62
+6.7%
2015–2020: -7.1% total (-1.46%/yr).2020–2024: +6.7% total (+1.64%/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 Guinayangan
13thof 54
Among the top quartile of Guinayangan by population.
Share of Guinayangan
2.2%
of the municipality's total 45,375 residents.
Rank in Quezon
646thof 1,242
Province-wide percentile: 48.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Guinayangan (municipality) class
3rd
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 Salakan
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Salakan is one of the administrative divisions of Guinayangan in Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Salakan had a population of 982. This made it the 13th largest of 54 barangays in Guinayangan by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Salakan accounted for approximately 2.16% of the total population of Guinayangan, which stood at 45,375 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Salakan moved from 920 residents to 982, an intercensal change of +6.7%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Salakan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Guinayangan is a municipality of 54 barangays, of which Barangay Salakan is one. Within the wider province of Quezon, which contains 1,242 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Salakan ranks 646th by 2024 POPCEN population. Quezon 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 Guinayangan 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 Salakan
Where is Barangay Salakan located?▾
Barangay Salakan is a barangay in the municipality of Guinayangan, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Salakan hall?▾
Barangay Salakan is located in Guinayangan, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Salakan?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Salakan is Rodel Gonzaga Gamelo (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Salakan?▾
You can contact Barangay Salakan via phone at 09770158160.
What municipality is Barangay Salakan part of?▾
Barangay Salakan is one of 54 barangays in the municipality of Guinayangan, Quezon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Salakan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Salakan 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 Guinayangan?▾
Guinayangan is classified as a 3rd 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 Salakan.
Has the population of Barangay Salakan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Salakan went from 920 residents to 982 — a change of +6.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Salakan in?▾
Barangay Salakan is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Quezon, and is one of 54 barangays administered by Guinayangan.
How many barangays are in Guinayangan?▾
Guinayangan has 54 barangays, including Barangay Salakan. You can browse the full list on our Guinayangan page.
How many residents does Barangay Salakan have?▾
Barangay Salakan had a population of 982 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Salakan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Guinayangan is 4319. 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 Salakan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Salakan was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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