Situated in the municipality of Oas, Albay, Barangay Gumabao is one of the administrative divisions of Bicol Region. It had a population of 910 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Danilo Mandia Luis(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gumabao · Data updated 2026-06-15
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
+14.8% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Gumabao from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
793
—
—
2020 CPH
919
+126
+15.9%
2024 POPCEN
910
-9
-1.0%
2015–2020: +15.9% total (+2.99%/yr).2020–2024: -1.0% total (-0.25%/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 Oas
29thof 53
Among the lower half of Oas by population.
Share of Oas
1.4%
of the municipality's total 64,890 residents.
Rank in Albay
519thof 720
Province-wide percentile: 28.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Oas (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.
About Barangay Gumabao
Barangay Gumabao forms part of Oas, a municipality in Albay, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gumabao had a population of 910. This made it the 29th largest of 53 barangays in Oas by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gumabao accounted for approximately 1.40% of the total population of Oas, which stood at 64,890 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 919 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 910 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -1.0%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Gumabao is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Oas is a municipality of 53 barangays, of which Barangay Gumabao is one. Within the wider province of Albay, which contains 720 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gumabao ranks 519th by 2024 POPCEN population. Albay 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.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Oas 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Gumabao
Where is Barangay Gumabao located?▾
Barangay Gumabao is a barangay in the municipality of Oas, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gumabao hall?▾
Barangay Gumabao is located in Oas, Albay, Bicol Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gumabao?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Gumabao is Danilo Mandia Luis (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Gumabao?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Gumabao is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Oas LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Gumabao part of?▾
Barangay Gumabao is one of 53 barangays in the municipality of Oas, Albay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gumabao urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gumabao 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 Oas?▾
Oas 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 Gumabao.
Has the population of Barangay Gumabao been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gumabao went from 919 residents to 910 — a change of -1.0% 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 Gumabao in?▾
Barangay Gumabao is part of the Bicol Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within Bicol Region, the barangay falls under the province of Albay, and is one of 53 barangays administered by Oas.
How many barangays are in Oas?▾
Oas has 53 barangays, including Barangay Gumabao. You can browse the full list on our Oas page.
How many residents does Barangay Gumabao have?▾
Barangay Gumabao had a population of 910 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gumabao?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Oas is 4505. 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 Gumabao, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gumabao was last updated on 2026-06-15. 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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