Barangay Tomabe is a barangay in Villareal, Samar, under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Villareal. It had a population of 400 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Edito Hermosura Fabula(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Tomabe · Data updated 2026-06-29
Historical Population
Philippine Statistics Authority
-0.7% since 2015
Population history of Barangay Tomabe from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
403
—
—
2020 CPH
402
-1
-0.2%
2024 POPCEN
400
-2
-0.5%
2015–2020: -0.2% total (-0.05%/yr).2020–2024: -0.5% total (-0.12%/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 Villareal
27thof 38
Among the lower half of Villareal by population.
Share of Villareal
1.4%
of the municipality's total 27,909 residents.
Rank in Samar
632ndof 951
Province-wide percentile: 34.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Villareal (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.
About Barangay Tomabe
Situated in Villareal, Samar, Barangay Tomabe is one of 38 barangays that make up the municipality within Eastern Visayas.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Tomabe had a population of 400. This made it the 27th largest of 38 barangays in Villareal by population, placing it in the middle tier of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Tomabe accounted for approximately 1.43% of the total population of Villareal, which stood at 27,909 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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The barangay recorded 402 residents in the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and 400 residents in the 2024 POPCEN — a net change of -0.5%, consistent with a broadly stable settlement. Barangay Tomabe is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Villareal is a municipality of 38 barangays, of which Barangay Tomabe is one. Within the wider province of Samar, which contains 951 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Tomabe ranks 632nd by 2024 POPCEN population. Samar 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 Villareal 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 Tomabe
Where is Barangay Tomabe located?▾
Barangay Tomabe is a barangay in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Tomabe hall?▾
Barangay Tomabe is located in Villareal, Samar, Eastern Visayas, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Tomabe?▾
The Punong Barangay (barangay captain) of Barangay Tomabe is Edito Hermosura Fabula (2023 - 2026 term).
How can I contact Barangay Tomabe?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Tomabe is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Villareal LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Tomabe part of?▾
Barangay Tomabe is one of 38 barangays in the municipality of Villareal, Samar, Philippines.
Is Barangay Tomabe urban or rural?▾
Barangay Tomabe 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 Villareal?▾
Villareal 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 Tomabe.
Has the population of Barangay Tomabe been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Tomabe went from 402 residents to 400 — a change of -0.5% 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 Tomabe in?▾
Barangay Tomabe is part of the Eastern Visayas administrative region of the Philippines. Within Eastern Visayas, the barangay falls under the province of Samar, and is one of 38 barangays administered by Villareal.
How many barangays are in Villareal?▾
Villareal has 38 barangays, including Barangay Tomabe. You can browse the full list on our Villareal page.
How many residents does Barangay Tomabe have?▾
Barangay Tomabe had a population of 400 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Tomabe?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Villareal is 6717. 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 Tomabe, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Tomabe was last updated on 2026-06-29. 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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