ARENAS

📍 Geographic Profile

Location:
Barangay Arenas is located in the southeastern part of the Municipality of Arayat, Pampanga. It is a largely rural and agricultural barangay, bordered by farmlands, irrigation canals, and neighboring barangays. Arenas serves as one of Arayat’s major agricultural production zones, contributing to the municipality’s overall food supply, especially in rice and root crops.

Coordinates: Approximately 15.1189° N, 120.7736° E
Elevation: Roughly 19 meters (62 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays and Areas:

• Baliti (Arayat)
  
  

• San Mateo (Arayat)
  
  

• Gatiawin (Arayat)
  
  

• Candating (Arayat)
  
  

• Nearby boundary with Cabiao, Nueva Ecija
  
  

👥 Demographic Profile

Population:
As of the 2020 Census, Barangay Arenas has an estimated population of 4,200 residents, making it one of the mid-sized barangays of Arayat, within the total municipal population of 133,492.

Households:
Based on local estimates and household mapping, Arenas has approximately 850 to 950 households, with an average household size of about 4 to 5 members, consistent with regional rural norms.

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land Area & Topography:
Arenas features expansive flatlands typical of the Pampanga River basin. The barangay is ideal for rice and vegetable farming, with many fields benefiting from communal irrigation systems. While the area is relatively flood-prone during typhoon season, recent infrastructure projects have improved water drainage and dike reinforcement.

Key Facilities:

• Barangay Hall: Serves as the administrative center for community governance and public coordination.
  
  

• Multipurpose Covered Court: Used for barangay events, sports, disaster response activities, and public gatherings.
  
  

• Arenas Elementary School: The main educational institution for school-age children in the area.
  
  

• Barangay Chapel: Dedicated to Nuestra Señora del Rosario, the spiritual patroness of the barangay, where religious gatherings and fiestas are held.
  
  

• Rural Health Point: Provides basic health services, immunization programs, and medical consultations in coordination with the Arayat Rural Health Unit.
  
  

• Farm Access Roads: Ongoing road improvement projects help local farmers bring produce to markets and town centers.
  
  

Local Economy:
Arenas’ economy is rooted in agriculture, particularly palay (rice) cultivation and vegetable farming. Some residents also engage in hog and poultry raising, while others supplement income with sari-sari stores, motorcycle services (habal-habal), and seasonal labor in nearby farms or towns. The barangay benefits from agricultural subsidies and programs under Arayat’s local government and national agencies.