Situated in the municipality of Libungan, Cotabato, Barangay Gumaga is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 5,078 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Jose Bigtasin Diaz(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gumaga · Data updated 2026-05-26
About Barangay Gumaga
Classified as a large barangay, Barangay Gumaga is one of the administrative divisions of Libungan in Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gumaga had a population of 5,078. This made it the 3rd largest of 20 barangays in Libungan by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gumaga accounted for approximately 8.79% of the total population of Libungan, which stood at 57,776 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Gumaga changed from 4,847 to 5,078, a shift of +4.8% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Libungan. Barangay Gumaga is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Libungan is a municipality comprising 20 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gumaga, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cotabato, which contains 543 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gumaga ranks 56th by 2024 POPCEN population. Cotabato 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 Gumaga 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 Libungan 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 Gumaga from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
4,540
—
—
2020 CPH
4,847
+307
+6.8%
2024 POPCEN
5,078
+231
+4.8%
2015–2020: +6.8% total (+1.32%/yr).2020–2024: +4.8% total (+1.17%/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 Libungan
3rdof 20
Among the top 10% of Libungan by population.
Share of Libungan
8.8%
of the municipality's total 57,776 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
56thof 543
Province-wide percentile: 90.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Libungan (municipality) class
2nd
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 Gumaga
Where is Barangay Gumaga located?▾
Barangay Gumaga is a barangay in the municipality of Libungan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gumaga hall?▾
Barangay Gumaga is located in Libungan, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gumaga?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gumaga is Jose Bigtasin Diaz (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gumaga?▾
You can contact Barangay Gumaga via phone at 09512012450.
What municipality is Barangay Gumaga part of?▾
Barangay Gumaga is one of 20 barangays in the municipality of Libungan, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gumaga urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gumaga 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 Libungan?▾
Libungan is classified as a 2nd 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 Gumaga.
Has the population of Barangay Gumaga been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gumaga went from 4,847 residents to 5,078 — a change of +4.8% over the intercensal period. The barangay is slowly growing based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Gumaga in?▾
Barangay Gumaga is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 20 barangays administered by Libungan.
How many barangays are in Libungan?▾
Libungan has 20 barangays, including Barangay Gumaga. You can browse the full list on our Libungan page.
How many residents does Barangay Gumaga have?▾
Barangay Gumaga had a population of 5,078 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gumaga?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Libungan is 9411. 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 Gumaga, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gumaga 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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