Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is a local government unit in Medellin, Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines. It had a population of 1,623 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Medellin. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Dennis Ornopia Saladaga(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is a small barangay in the municipality of Medellin, located in the province of Cebu, in the Central Visayas region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales had a population of 1,623. This made it the 16th largest of 19 barangays in Medellin by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales accounted for approximately 2.61% of the total population of Medellin, which stood at 62,163 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 Don Virgilio Gonzales changed from 1,547 to 1,623, a shift of +4.9% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with growing populations in Medellin. Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Medellin is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Cebu, which contains 1,203 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales ranks 782nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Cebu is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales 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 Medellin 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 Don Virgilio Gonzales from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
1,473
—
—
2020 CPH
1,547
+74
+5.0%
2024 POPCEN
1,623
+76
+4.9%
2015–2020: +5.0% total (+0.99%/yr).2020–2024: +4.9% total (+1.21%/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 Medellin
16thof 19
Among the smaller barangays of Medellin by population.
Share of Medellin
2.6%
of the municipality's total 62,163 residents.
Rank in Cebu
782ndof 1,203
Province-wide percentile: 35.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Medellin (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.
What you can request at Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales in Medellin 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.
🆘Emergency Hotlines
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales
Where is Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales located?▾
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is a barangay in the municipality of Medellin, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales hall?▾
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is located in Medellin, Cebu, Central Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is Dennis Ornopia Saladaga (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Medellin LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales part of?▾
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Medellin, Cebu, Philippines.
Is Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales urban or rural?▾
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales 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 Medellin?▾
Medellin 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 Don Virgilio Gonzales.
Has the population of Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales went from 1,547 residents to 1,623 — a change of +4.9% 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 Don Virgilio Gonzales in?▾
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales is part of the Central Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Cebu, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Medellin.
How many barangays are in Medellin?▾
Medellin has 19 barangays, including Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales. You can browse the full list on our Medellin page.
How many residents does Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales have?▾
Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales had a population of 1,623 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Medellin is 6012. 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 Don Virgilio Gonzales, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales 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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Helpful Guides for Residents of Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales
Information on Barangay Don Virgilio Gonzales, Medellin is compiled from the following authoritative sources. Each citation links to the primary publisher.
Editorial process and update cadence documented in our methodology. Errors or corrections welcome via the submission form above. This page was last updated on 2026-05-24.
