Located in Kapalong, Davao Del Norte, Barangay Gabuyan is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Kapalong. It had a population of 5,565 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edilberto Dumanhug Martinez JR(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gabuyan · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Gabuyan
Barangay Gabuyan is a large barangay in the municipality of Kapalong, located in the province of Davao Del Norte, in the Davao Region region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gabuyan had a population of 5,565. This made it the 4th largest of 14 barangays in Kapalong by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gabuyan accounted for approximately 6.89% of the total population of Kapalong, which stood at 80,731 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Gabuyan moved from 5,518 residents to 5,565, an intercensal change of +0.9%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Gabuyan is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Kapalong is a municipality comprising 14 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gabuyan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Davao Del Norte, which contains 223 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gabuyan ranks 52nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Davao Del Norte is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Gabuyan 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 Kapalong 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 Gabuyan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,398
—
—
2020 CPH
5,518
+120
+2.2%
2024 POPCEN
5,565
+47
+0.9%
2015–2020: +2.2% total (+0.44%/yr).2020–2024: +0.9% total (+0.21%/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 Kapalong
4thof 14
Among the top quartile of Kapalong by population.
Share of Kapalong
6.9%
of the municipality's total 80,731 residents.
Rank in Davao Del Norte
52ndof 223
Province-wide percentile: 77.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Kapalong (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 Gabuyan
Where is Barangay Gabuyan located?▾
Barangay Gabuyan is a barangay in the municipality of Kapalong, Davao Del Norte, Davao Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gabuyan hall?▾
Barangay Gabuyan is located in Kapalong, Davao Del Norte, Davao Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gabuyan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gabuyan is Edilberto Dumanhug Martinez JR (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gabuyan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Gabuyan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Kapalong LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Gabuyan part of?▾
Barangay Gabuyan is one of 14 barangays in the municipality of Kapalong, Davao Del Norte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gabuyan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gabuyan is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Kapalong?▾
Kapalong 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 Gabuyan.
Has the population of Barangay Gabuyan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gabuyan went from 5,518 residents to 5,565 — a change of +0.9% over the intercensal period. The barangay is broadly stable based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Gabuyan in?▾
Barangay Gabuyan is part of the Davao Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Davao Region, the barangay falls under the province of Davao Del Norte, and is one of 14 barangays administered by Kapalong.
How many barangays are in Kapalong?▾
Kapalong has 14 barangays, including Barangay Gabuyan. You can browse the full list on our Kapalong page.
How many residents does Barangay Gabuyan have?▾
Barangay Gabuyan had a population of 5,565 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gabuyan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Kapalong is 8113. 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 Gabuyan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gabuyan was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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