CALANTIPE

🏘️ Location & Geography

Municipality: Apalit, Pampanga, Central Luzon
Coordinates: ~14.9632° N, 120.7734° E
Elevation: Approximately 6.5 m (21.3 ft) above sea level

📊 Demographics (2020 Census)

Population: 3,925 residents (~3.35% of Apalit’s total population)
Households (2015): Approximately 880 households; average size ~4.3 members
Growth: Grew from 3,542 in 2015 to 3,925 in 2020 — ~2.04% annual growth

👶 Age & Dependency (2015)

Median Age: 27.4 years
Youth Dependency: ~42%
Old-age Dependency: ~7%
Total Dependency Ratio: ~49%

📂 Administrative & Subdivisions

Barangay Calantipe is organized into several puroks and smaller sitios, providing local identity and organization within the barangay.
Borders key barangays:

• Paligui

• San Vicente

• Balucuc

• Capalangan
  
  

🏛️ Infrastructure & Services

• Barangay Hall: Central office for local governance and public services
  
  

• Chapel: A place of worship where regular masses and barangay religious activities are held
  
  

• Covered Court: Multi-purpose space for sports, assemblies, and community events
  
  

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

• Accessible via barangay and farm-to-market roads connecting to McArthur Highway and nearby barangays
  
  

⛪ Nearby Landmarks

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

• Close to Apalit Public Market and key schools such as Apalit National High School
  
  

🌧️ Environment & Flood Management

Barangay Calantipe, like much of Apalit, sits on low-lying terrain (~6.5 m AMSL) and is susceptible to flooding, especially during the rainy season and high tides. The barangay depends on drainage systems, canals, and community efforts to mitigate flood risks.

🔍 Summary

Barangay Calantipe is a growing and active community in Apalit with nearly 4,000 residents. It features essential infrastructure such as a barangay hall, chapel, health station, and covered court. With its proximity to major roads and the town center, Calantipe remains connected and engaged in local commerce, agriculture, and community development, while continuing to strengthen its flood resilience.