SAN JUAN

🏘️ Location & Geography

Municipality: Apalit, Pampanga, Central Luzon
Coordinates: ~14.9720° N, 120.7691° E
Elevation: Approximately 7.3 m (23.9 ft) above sea level

📊 Demographics (2020 Census)

Population: 3,420 residents (~2.9% of Apalit’s total population)
Households (2015): Approximately 790 households; average size ~4.3 members
Growth: Grew from 3,130 in 2015 to 3,420 in 2020 — ~1.76% annual growth

👶 Age & Dependency (2015)

Median Age: 27.2 years
Youth Dependency: ~42%
Old-age Dependency: ~6%
Total Dependency Ratio: ~48%

📂 Administrative & Subdivisions

Barangay San Juan is composed of several puroks that help organize its local governance and community activities.
Borders key barangays:

• San Vicente

• Sulipan

• Colgante

• Sampaloc
  
  

🏛️ Infrastructure & Services

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

• Chapel: Venue for religious activities including masses, novenas, and the annual fiesta
  
  

• Covered Court: Used for sports activities, assemblies, and cultural events
  
  

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

• Accessible through barangay roads and pathways linked to McArthur Highway and the Apalit town center
  
  

⛪ Nearby Landmarks

• Within ~1 km of St. Peter the Apostle Parish Church (Apalit Church)

• Close to Apalit Public Market and key educational institutions
  
  

🌧️ Environment & Flood Management

Barangay San Juan is located on low-lying terrain (~7.3 m AMSL) and is prone to seasonal flooding during monsoon rains, typhoons, and high tides. The barangay relies on drainage canals, community-based flood preparedness, and municipal flood control efforts to mitigate risks.

🔍 Summary

Barangay San Juan is a mid-sized, close-knit community in Apalit with over 3,400 residents. The barangay has essential facilities including a barangay hall, chapel, covered court, health station, and day care center. It benefits from proximity to the town’s commercial and religious centers and remains committed to improving resilience against flooding while enhancing community development.