Located in Gumaca, Quezon, Barangay Villa M. Principe is one of 59 barangays in the municipality of Gumaca. It had a population of 736 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Ofelia Noves Estrecho(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Villa M. Principe · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+2.2% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Villa M. Principe from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
720
—
—
2020 CPH
757
+37
+5.1%
2024 POPCEN
736
-21
-2.8%
2015–2020: +5.1% total (+1.01%/yr).2020–2024: -2.8% total (-0.70%/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
29thof 59
Among the upper half of Gumaca by population.
Share of Gumaca
1.0%
of the municipality's total 72,454 residents.
Rank in Quezon
796thof 1,242
Province-wide percentile: 36.
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.
About Barangay Villa M. Principe
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Villa M. Principe is one of the administrative divisions of Gumaca in Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Villa M. Principe had a population of 736. This made it the 29th largest of 59 barangays in Gumaca by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Villa M. Principe accounted for approximately 1.02% 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 Villa M. Principe moved from 757 residents to 736, an intercensal change of -2.8%. The trajectory indicates a contracting community. Barangay Villa M. Principe 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 of 59 barangays, of which Barangay Villa M. Principe is one. Within the wider province of Quezon, which contains 1,242 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Villa M. Principe ranks 796th 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 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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What you can request at Barangay Villa M. Principe
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Villa M. Principe in Gumaca during office hours to request any of the following.
Services listed are based on Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code of 1991). Specific requirements and fees vary by barangay. Always call the hall before visiting to confirm requirements and availability.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Villa M. Principe
Where is Barangay Villa M. Principe located?▾
Barangay Villa M. Principe is a barangay in the municipality of Gumaca, Quezon, CALABARZON, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Villa M. Principe hall?▾
Barangay Villa M. Principe 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 Villa M. Principe?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Villa M. Principe is Ofelia Noves Estrecho (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Villa M. Principe?▾
You can contact Barangay Villa M. Principe via phone at 042-421-7543.
What municipality is Barangay Villa M. Principe part of?▾
Barangay Villa M. Principe is one of 59 barangays in the municipality of Gumaca, Quezon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Villa M. Principe urban or rural?▾
Barangay Villa M. Principe 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 Villa M. Principe.
Has the population of Barangay Villa M. Principe been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Villa M. Principe went from 757 residents to 736 — a change of -2.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly contracting based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Villa M. Principe in?▾
Barangay Villa M. Principe 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 Villa M. Principe. You can browse the full list on our Gumaca page.
How many residents does Barangay Villa M. Principe have?▾
Barangay Villa M. Principe had a population of 736 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Villa M. Principe?▾
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 Villa M. Principe, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Villa M. Principe was last updated on 2026-06-30. 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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