CANDATING

📍 Geographic Profile

Location:
Barangay Candating is located in the southern part of the Municipality of Arayat, Pampanga. It is a predominantly agricultural community, part of the extensive lowland plains nourished by irrigation systems sourced from local waterways and river networks. The barangay serves as one of Arayat’s key areas for rice and corn production, with connectivity to farm-to-market routes leading to the municipal center and nearby towns.

Coordinates: Approximately 15.1200° N, 120.7830° E
Elevation: Roughly 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays and Areas:

• Batasan (Arayat)
  
  

• Suclayin (Arayat)
  
  

• Cupang (Arayat)
  
  

• San Juan Bano (Arayat)
  
  

• Boundary area with Cabiao, Nueva Ecija
  
  

👥 Demographic Profile

Population:
As of the 2020 Census, Barangay Candating has an estimated population of 4,100 residents, contributing to Arayat’s total population of 133,492.

Households:
Candating is home to approximately 850 households, with an average household size of 4 to 5 members, typical of rural communities in Pampanga.

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land Area & Topography:
Candating consists of flat, fertile farmlands ideally suited for palay (rice), corn, and vegetable cultivation. The barangay’s agricultural productivity is supported by communal irrigation networks. The area is prone to seasonal flooding during heavy rains, but this is addressed by established dikes and drainage channels.

Key Facilities:

• Barangay Hall: The administrative hub that houses local governance offices and services.
  
  

• Covered Court: Venue for barangay assemblies, sports events, and community gatherings.
  
  

• Candating Elementary School: Provides primary education to children from Candating and neighboring areas.
  
  

• Barangay Chapel: Dedicated to San Isidro Labrador, the patron saint of farmers, reflecting the barangay’s agricultural identity.
  
  

• Barangay Health Station: Offers basic health care, immunizations, and medical consultations, coordinated with the municipal health unit.
  
  

• Farm-to-Market Roads: Well-used routes that allow efficient transport of agricultural produce to markets.
  
  

Local Economy:
Candating’s economy is driven by rice and corn farming, supported by backyard poultry and livestock raising. Many residents also manage sari-sari stores, provide transport services (tricycle or motorcycle), or work in seasonal farm labor. The barangay actively participates in government agricultural programs designed to enhance productivity and promote cooperative farming.