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Punong Barangay
Ma.teresa Morcoso Gruta(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Lagyo · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Lagyo
Situated in Gumaca, Quezon, Barangay Lagyo is one of 59 barangays that make up the municipality within CALABARZON.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Lagyo had a population of 1,946. This made it the 15th largest of 59 barangays in Gumaca by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Lagyo accounted for approximately 2.69% of the total population of Gumaca, which stood at 72,454 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Lagyo moved from 2,079 residents to 1,946, an intercensal change of -6.4%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Lagyo is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Gumaca is a municipality comprising 59 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Lagyo, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Quezon, which contains 1,242 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Lagyo ranks 350th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Lagyo is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Gumaca 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 Lagyo from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,025
—
—
2020 CPH
2,079
+54
+2.7%
2024 POPCEN
1,946
-133
-6.4%
2015–2020: +2.7% total (+0.53%/yr).2020–2024: -6.4% 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 Gumaca
15thof 59
Among the top quartile of Gumaca by population.
Share of Gumaca
2.7%
of the municipality's total 72,454 residents.
Rank in Quezon
350thof 1,242
Province-wide percentile: 72.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Gumaca (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 Lagyo
Where is Barangay Lagyo located?▾
Barangay Lagyo is a barangay in the municipality of Gumaca, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Lagyo hall?▾
Barangay Lagyo is located in Gumaca, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Lagyo?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Lagyo is Ma.teresa Morcoso Gruta (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Lagyo?▾
You can contact Barangay Lagyo via phone at 042-784-3211.
What municipality is Barangay Lagyo part of?▾
Barangay Lagyo is one of 59 barangays in the municipality of Gumaca, Quezon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Lagyo urban or rural?▾
Barangay Lagyo 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 Gumaca?▾
Gumaca 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 Lagyo.
Has the population of Barangay Lagyo been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Lagyo went from 2,079 residents to 1,946 — a change of -6.4% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Lagyo in?▾
Barangay Lagyo is part of the CALABARZON administrative region of the Philippines. Within CALABARZON, the barangay falls under the province of Quezon, and is one of 59 barangays administered by Gumaca.
How many barangays are in Gumaca?▾
Gumaca has 59 barangays, including Barangay Lagyo. You can browse the full list on our Gumaca page.
How many residents does Barangay Lagyo have?▾
Barangay Lagyo had a population of 1,946 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Lagyo?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Gumaca is 4307. 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 Lagyo, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Lagyo was last updated on 2026-05-26. 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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