POBLACION

📍 Geographic Profile

Location & Coordinates:
Barangay Poblacion serves as the town proper and administrative center of the Municipality of Arayat, Pampanga. Strategically located in the heart of the municipality, it is surrounded by both rural barangays and commercial establishments, making it a vital civic and economic hub.
Coordinates: Approximately 15.1507° N, 120.7718° E
Elevation: Around 14 meters (46 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays:

• Paralaya
  
  

• Plazang Luma
  
  

• Guemasan
  
  

• Mangga-Cacutud
  
  

• San Jose Mesulo
  
  

• San Nicolas
  
  

👥 Demographic Profile

Population (2020):
Estimated at 2,197 residents, which comprises about 1.52% of Arayat’s total population of 144,875.

Households:
As per previous data, Poblacion has approximately 709 households, with an average household size of 4 to 5 members, in line with regional norms.

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land & Topography:
Poblacion features a flat and urbanized area, with major government offices, civic institutions, and commercial zones. It is considered the political, religious, and cultural center of Arayat.

Key Facilities:

• Municipal Hall of Arayat
  
  

• Barangay Hall of Poblacion
  
  

• Santa Catalina de Alexandria Parish Church – an iconic heritage church built in 1590, central to the barangay’s identity
  
  

• Public Market – hosts daily trade and commerce
  
  

• Covered Court – used for civic gatherings and sports events
  
  

• Arayat Central School and other educational institutions
  
  

• Health Center – for basic medical and community health services
  
  

• Transport Terminals for jeepneys and tricycles connecting nearby barangays and towns
  
  

🚜 Local Economy & Livelihood

As the municipality’s center, Poblacion has a diversified local economy based on:
✅ Commerce – public market, retail shops, eateries, and service-based businesses
✅ Transport services – hub for tricycle and jeepney routes
✅ Employment – in government offices, small businesses, and education
✅ Religious tourism – anchored by the heritage church and local festivities
✅ Daily wage work and micro-enterprises, including sari-sari stores, street vending, and local services