COLGANTE

🏘️ Location & Geography

Municipality: Apalit, Pampanga, Central Luzon
Coordinates: ~14.9589° N, 120.7702° E
Elevation: Approximately 6.7 m (22.0 ft) above sea level

📊 Demographics (2020 Census)

Population: 4,810 residents (~4.1% of Apalit’s total population)
Households (2015): Approximately 1,110 households; average size ~4.3 members
Growth: Grew from 4,435 in 2015 to 4,810 in 2020 — ~1.63% annual growth

👶 Age & Dependency (2015)

Median Age: 27.2 years
Youth Dependency: ~43%
Old-age Dependency: ~6%
Total Dependency Ratio: ~49%

📂 Administrative & Subdivisions

Barangay Colgante is organized into several puroks and sitios that foster community identity and local governance.
Borders key barangays:

• Capalangan

• Sulipan

• Cansinala

• San Vicente
  
  

🏛️ Infrastructure & Services

• Barangay Hall: Administrative center for local governance and basic services
  
  

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

• Covered Court: Space for sports events, assemblies, and cultural programs
  
  

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

• Well-connected by barangay roads and near McArthur Highway for access to the Apalit town center

⛪ Nearby Landmarks

• Within ~1.5 km of St. Peter the Apostle Parish Church (Apalit Church)
  
  

• Close to Apalit Public Market, schools, and municipal offices
  
  

🌧️ Environment & Flood Management

Barangay Colgante lies on low-lying terrain (~6.7 m AMSL) and is vulnerable to flooding during heavy rains, typhoons, and high tides. The community relies on drainage infrastructure, flood canals, and preparedness programs to mitigate risks and enhance resilience.

🔍 Summary

Barangay Colgante is a vibrant and steadily growing community with nearly 5,000 residents. It offers key facilities such as a barangay hall, chapel, health station, covered court, and day care center. With its strong connections to Apalit’s commercial and religious centers, Colgante continues to thrive while working to strengthen flood management and community development initiatives.