Situated in the municipality of Olutanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, Barangay Galas is one of the administrative divisions of Zamboanga Peninsula. It had a population of 1,539 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Mansul Jaid Tiblan(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Galas · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Galas
Barangay Galas forms part of Olutanga, a municipality in Zamboanga Sibugay, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Galas had a population of 1,539. This made it the 7th largest of 19 barangays in Olutanga by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Galas accounted for approximately 4.51% of the total population of Olutanga, which stood at 34,124 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 2,017 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 1,539 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -23.7%, consistent with a contracting settlement. Barangay Galas is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Olutanga is a municipality comprising 19 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Galas, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Zamboanga Sibugay, which contains 389 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Galas ranks 154th by 2024 POPCEN population. Zamboanga Sibugay is classified as a 2nd by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Galas 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 Olutanga 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 Galas from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,166
—
—
2020 CPH
2,017
-149
-6.9%
2024 POPCEN
1,539
-478
-23.7%
2015–2020: -6.9% total (-1.42%/yr).2020–2024: -23.7% total (-6.54%/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 Olutanga
7thof 19
Among the upper half of Olutanga by population.
Share of Olutanga
4.5%
of the municipality's total 34,124 residents.
Rank in Zamboanga Sibugay
154thof 389
Province-wide percentile: 61.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Olutanga (municipality) class
4th
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 Galas
Where is Barangay Galas located?▾
Barangay Galas is a barangay in the municipality of Olutanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Galas hall?▾
Barangay Galas is located in Olutanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, Zamboanga Peninsula, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Galas?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Galas is Mansul Jaid Tiblan (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Galas?▾
You can contact Barangay Galas via phone at 09959579263.
What municipality is Barangay Galas part of?▾
Barangay Galas is one of 19 barangays in the municipality of Olutanga, Zamboanga Sibugay, Philippines.
Is Barangay Galas urban or rural?▾
Barangay Galas 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 Olutanga?▾
Olutanga is classified as a 4th 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 Galas.
Has the population of Barangay Galas been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Galas went from 2,017 residents to 1,539 — a change of -23.7% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Galas in?▾
Barangay Galas is part of the Zamboanga Peninsula administrative region of the Philippines. Within Zamboanga Peninsula, the barangay falls under the province of Zamboanga Sibugay, and is one of 19 barangays administered by Olutanga.
How many barangays are in Olutanga?▾
Olutanga has 19 barangays, including Barangay Galas. You can browse the full list on our Olutanga page.
How many residents does Barangay Galas have?▾
Barangay Galas had a population of 1,539 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Galas?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Olutanga is 7041. 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 Galas, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Galas 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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