SULIPAN

🏘️ Location & Geography

Municipality: Apalit, Pampanga, Central Luzon
Coordinates: ~14.9580° N, 120.7745° E
Elevation: Approximately 6.6 m (21.7 ft) above sea level

📊 Demographics (2020 Census)

Population: 2,780 residents (~2.4% of Apalit’s total population)
Households (2015): Approximately 640 households; average size ~4.3 members
Growth: Grew from 2,580 in 2015 to 2,780 in 2020 — ~1.47% annual growth

👶 Age & Dependency (2015)

Median Age: 27.4 years
Youth Dependency: ~42%
Old-age Dependency: ~6%
Total Dependency Ratio: ~48%

📂 Administrative & Subdivisions

Barangay Sulipan is organized into several puroks that structure local governance and community activities.
Borders key barangays:

• Colgante

• San Juan

• Capalangan
  
  

🏛️ Infrastructure & Services

• Barangay Hall: Administrative hub for governance and community services
  
  

• Chapel: Center for religious services, including regular masses and fiesta celebrations
  
  

• Covered Court: Venue for sports, assemblies, and cultural events
  
  

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

• Accessible via barangay roads linked to McArthur Highway and Apalit town center
  
  

⛪ Nearby Landmarks

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

• Near Apalit Public Market, schools, and key municipal facilities
  
  

🌧️ Environment & Flood Management

Barangay Sulipan is situated on low-lying terrain (~6.6 m AMSL) and is susceptible to flooding during the monsoon season and typhoons. The barangay depends on drainage canals, flood control structures, and community preparedness efforts to manage flood risks.

🔍 Summary

Barangay Sulipan is a small but vibrant community in Apalit with nearly 2,800 residents. It provides essential facilities such as a barangay hall, chapel, covered court, health station, and day care center. The barangay continues to focus on community development, disaster resilience, and strengthening ties to Apalit’s cultural and commercial hubs.