SUCAD

🏘️ Location & Geography

Municipality: Apalit, Pampanga, Central Luzon
Coordinates: ~14.9753° N, 120.7529° E
Elevation: Approximately 7.4 m (24.3 ft) above sea level

📊 Demographics (2020 Census)

Population: 3,610 residents (~3.1% of Apalit’s total population)
Households (2015): Approximately 830 households; average size ~4.3 members
Growth: Grew from 3,295 in 2015 to 3,610 in 2020 — ~1.81% annual growth

👶 Age & Dependency (2015)

Median Age: 27.0 years
Youth Dependency: ~42%
Old-age Dependency: ~6%
Total Dependency Ratio: ~48%

📂 Administrative & Subdivisions

Barangay Sucad is composed of several puroks that form the foundation of local governance and community organization.
Borders key barangays:

• Paligui

• Sampaloc

• Cansinala

• Calantipe
  
  

🏛️ Infrastructure & Services

• Barangay Hall: Center for governance, public service delivery, and community meetings
  
  

• Chapel: Central venue for religious activities including masses and fiesta celebrations
  
  

• Covered Court: Used for sports, assemblies, and cultural programs
  
  

• Health Station & Day Care Center: Provide basic health services and early childhood education
  
  

• Connected by local roads to McArthur Highway and the Apalit town center

⛪ Nearby Landmarks

• Within ~2 km of St. Peter the Apostle Parish Church (Apalit Church)

• Near Apalit Public Market and key educational facilities

🌧️ Environment & Flood Management

Barangay Sucad, like much of Apalit, is located on low-lying terrain (~7.4 m AMSL) and is prone to flooding during heavy rains, typhoons, and high tides. The barangay relies on drainage canals, floodways, and community preparedness programs to help mitigate flooding impacts.

🔍 Summary

Barangay Sucad is a modest-sized and steadily growing community with over 3,600 residents. The barangay features essential infrastructure including a barangay hall, chapel, covered court, health station, and day care center. Sucad remains focused on strengthening its disaster preparedness, infrastructure, and community services while maintaining strong ties to Apalit’s commercial and cultural centers.