Situated in the municipality of M'lang, Cotabato, Barangay Gaunan is one of the administrative divisions of SOCCSKSARGEN. It had a population of 2,910 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Primary PHLPost ZIP for M'lang. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Naston Dima Pananggulon(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gaunan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Gaunan
Classified as a mid-sized barangay, Barangay Gaunan is one of the administrative divisions of M'lang in Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gaunan had a population of 2,910. This made it the 13th largest of 37 barangays in M'lang by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gaunan accounted for approximately 2.95% of the total population of M'lang, which stood at 98,646 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,921 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 2,910 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.4%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Gaunan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
M'lang is a municipality comprising 37 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gaunan, 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 Gaunan ranks 182nd 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 Gaunan 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 M'lang 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 Gaunan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
3,080
—
—
2020 CPH
2,921
-159
-5.2%
2024 POPCEN
2,910
-11
-0.4%
2015–2020: -5.2% total (-1.05%/yr).2020–2024: -0.4% total (-0.09%/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 M'lang
13thof 37
Among the upper half of M'lang by population.
Share of M'lang
2.9%
of the municipality's total 98,646 residents.
Rank in Cotabato
182ndof 543
Province-wide percentile: 67.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
M'lang (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 Gaunan
Where is Barangay Gaunan located?▾
Barangay Gaunan is a barangay in the municipality of M'lang, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gaunan hall?▾
Barangay Gaunan is located in M'lang, Cotabato, SOCCSKSARGEN, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gaunan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gaunan is Naston Dima Pananggulon (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gaunan?▾
You can contact Barangay Gaunan via phone at 09317393321.
What municipality is Barangay Gaunan part of?▾
Barangay Gaunan is one of 37 barangays in the municipality of M'lang, Cotabato, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gaunan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gaunan 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 M'lang?▾
M'lang 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 Gaunan.
Has the population of Barangay Gaunan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gaunan went from 2,921 residents to 2,910 — a change of -0.4% 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 Gaunan in?▾
Barangay Gaunan is part of the SOCCSKSARGEN administrative region of the Philippines. Within SOCCSKSARGEN, the barangay falls under the province of Cotabato, and is one of 37 barangays administered by M'lang.
How many barangays are in M'lang?▾
M'lang has 37 barangays, including Barangay Gaunan. You can browse the full list on our M'lang page.
How many residents does Barangay Gaunan have?▾
Barangay Gaunan had a population of 2,910 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gaunan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for M'lang is 9402. 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 Gaunan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gaunan was last updated on 2026-05-25. 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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