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Punong Barangay
Henry Fadriquela Fabello(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Gabawan · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Gabawan
Barangay Gabawan forms part of Odiongan, a municipality in Romblon, and is classified as a mid-sized barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Gabawan had a population of 3,129. This made it the 3rd largest of 25 barangays in Odiongan by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Gabawan accounted for approximately 6.50% of the total population of Odiongan, which stood at 48,133 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Gabawan moved from 3,068 residents to 3,129, an intercensal change of +2.0%. The trajectory indicates a slowly expanding community. Barangay Gabawan is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Odiongan is a municipality comprising 25 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Gabawan, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Romblon, which contains 219 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Gabawan ranks 9th by 2024 POPCEN population. Romblon is classified as a 3rd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Gabawan 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 Odiongan 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 Gabawan from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,587
—
—
2020 CPH
3,068
+481
+18.6%
2024 POPCEN
3,129
+61
+2.0%
2015–2020: +18.6% total (+3.47%/yr).2020–2024: +2.0% total (+0.49%/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 Odiongan
3rdof 25
Among the top 10% of Odiongan by population.
Share of Odiongan
6.5%
of the municipality's total 48,133 residents.
Rank in Romblon
9thof 219
Province-wide percentile: 96.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Odiongan (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 Gabawan
Where is Barangay Gabawan located?▾
Barangay Gabawan is a barangay in the municipality of Odiongan, Romblon, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Gabawan hall?▾
Barangay Gabawan is located in Odiongan, Romblon, MIMAROPA Region, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Gabawan?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Gabawan is Henry Fadriquela Fabello (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Gabawan?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Gabawan is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Odiongan LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Gabawan part of?▾
Barangay Gabawan is one of 25 barangays in the municipality of Odiongan, Romblon, Philippines.
Is Barangay Gabawan urban or rural?▾
Barangay Gabawan 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 Odiongan?▾
Odiongan 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 Gabawan.
Has the population of Barangay Gabawan been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Gabawan went from 3,068 residents to 3,129 — a change of +2.0% 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 Gabawan in?▾
Barangay Gabawan is part of the MIMAROPA Region administrative region of the Philippines. Within MIMAROPA Region, the barangay falls under the province of Romblon, and is one of 25 barangays administered by Odiongan.
How many barangays are in Odiongan?▾
Odiongan has 25 barangays, including Barangay Gabawan. You can browse the full list on our Odiongan page.
How many residents does Barangay Gabawan have?▾
Barangay Gabawan had a population of 3,129 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Gabawan?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Odiongan is 5505. 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 Gabawan, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Gabawan 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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