Located in La Paz, Leyte, Barangay Gimenarat West is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of La Paz. It had a population of 564 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Barangay Gimenarat West · Data updated 2026-06-30
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+32.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Gimenarat West from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
425
—
—
2020 CPH
407
-18
-4.2%
2024 POPCEN
564
+157
+38.6%
2015–2020: -4.2% total (-0.86%/yr).2020–2024: +38.6% total (+8.50%/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 La Paz
15thof 35
Among the upper half of La Paz by population.
Share of La Paz
2.8%
of the municipality's total 19,797 residents.
Rank in Leyte
1167thof 1,641
Province-wide percentile: 29.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
4th
BLGF middle fiscal capacity tier.
La Paz (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.
About Barangay Gimenarat West
Classified as a small barangay, Barangay Gimenarat West is one of the administrative divisions of La Paz in Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gimenarat West had a population of 564. This made it the 15th largest of 35 barangays in La Paz by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gimenarat West accounted for approximately 2.85% of the total population of La Paz, which stood at 19,797 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 407 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 564 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of +38.6%, consistent with a growing settlement. Barangay Gimenarat West is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
La Paz is a municipality of 35 barangays, of which Barangay Gimenarat West is one. Within the wider province of Leyte, which contains 1,641 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gimenarat West ranks 1167th by 2024 POPCEN population. Leyte 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.
The current Sangguniang Barangay leadership for Barangay Gimenarat West is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist. Other details about this barangay — including census population, urban/rural classification, income class, and administrative hierarchy — are documented in the sections below.
The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026 under Republic Act No. 12232. Each Punong Barangay, Kagawad, and SK Chairperson serves a four-year term.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Gimenarat West
Where is Barangay Gimenarat West located?▾
Barangay Gimenarat West is a barangay in the municipality of La Paz, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gimenarat West hall?▾
Barangay Gimenarat West is located in La Paz, Leyte, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gimenarat West?▾
The current Punong Barangay of Barangay Gimenarat West is being verified against the DILG Barangay Officials Masterlist.
How can I contact Barangay Gimenarat West?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Gimenarat West is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official La Paz LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Gimenarat West part of?▾
Barangay Gimenarat West is one of 35 barangays in the municipality of La Paz, Leyte, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gimenarat West urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gimenarat West 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 La Paz?▾
La Paz 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 Gimenarat West.
Has the population of Barangay Gimenarat West been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gimenarat West went from 407 residents to 564 — a change of +38.6% 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 Gimenarat West in?▾
Barangay Gimenarat West is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Leyte, and is one of 35 barangays administered by La Paz.
How many barangays are in La Paz?▾
La Paz has 35 barangays, including Barangay Gimenarat West. You can browse the full list on our La Paz page.
How many residents does Barangay Gimenarat West have?▾
Barangay Gimenarat West had a population of 564 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gimenarat West?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for La Paz is 6508. 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 Gimenarat West, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gimenarat West 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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