SAN ROQUE BITAS

📍 Geographic Profile

Location & Coordinates:
Barangay San Roque Bitas is situated in the western sector of Arayat, Pampanga. It is a compact, primarily agricultural barangay known for its rice-producing lands and traditional rural character. The barangay lies close to the Pampanga River and is supported by irrigation canals that enhance year-round farming activities.
Coordinates: Approximately 15.1345° N, 120.7615° E
Elevation: Around 13 meters (43 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays:

• San Nicolas
  
  

• Plazang Luma
  
  

• Cupang
  
  

• Suclayin
  
  

• Paralaya
  
  

👥 Demographic Profile

Population (2020):
Estimated at 3,150 residents, contributing to Arayat’s total population of 144,875.

Households:
San Roque Bitas has approximately 730 households, with an average household size of 4 to 5 members, in line with Pampanga’s rural family structure.

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land & Topography:
San Roque Bitas features flat, arable terrain, ideal for rice cultivation and vegetable gardening. Irrigation is sourced from nearby creeks and the Pampanga River network. Seasonal flooding is addressed through local dikes and canal systems to protect crops and homes.

Key Facilities:

• Barangay Hall: Center for barangay governance and public services
  
  

• Covered Court: Multipurpose venue for sports, civic events, and relief operations
  
  

• San Roque Bitas Elementary School: Provides basic education for children within the barangay
  
  

• Barangay Chapel: Dedicated to San Roque, the patron saint of the barangay and namesake of the community
  
  

• Barangay Health Station: Offers first aid, immunization programs, and medical consultations in coordination with the Arayat Municipal Health Office
  
  

• Farm-to-Market Roads: Connect the barangay to central Arayat and nearby barangays for trade and transport
  
  

🚜 Local Economy & Livelihood

San Roque Bitas sustains its economy through:
✅ Palay (rice) farming as the core livelihood
✅ Vegetable and root crop gardening for household consumption and local sale
✅ Poultry and hog raising on a backyard scale
✅ Retail micro-businesses, including sari-sari stores and home-based vending
✅ Tricycle services and seasonal labor in adjacent barangays
✅ Participation in municipal agriculture programs, providing access to seeds, fertilizers, and cooperative market linkages