MAGLIMAN

🏘️ Location & Geography

Municipality: Bacolor, Pampanga, Central Luzon
Coordinates: ~15.0062° N, 120.6663° E
Elevation: Approximately 7.5 meters (24.6 feet) above sea level

📊 Demographics (2020 Census)

Population: 3,150 residents (~6.6% of Bacolor’s total population)
Households (2015): Approximately 695 households; average household size ~4.5 members
Growth: Increased from 2,860 in 2015 to 3,150 in 2020 — ~1.9% annual growth

👶 Age & Dependency (2015)

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

📂 Administrative & Subdivisions

Barangay Magliman is composed of several puroks which help organize community governance, youth programs, and barangay-wide events.
Borders key areas and barangays:

• Dolores (San Fernando)

• Calibutbut

• San Vicente

• Concepcion
  
  

🏛️ Infrastructure & Services

• Barangay Hall: Administrative hub for local leadership and community services
  
  

• Barangay Chapel: Center for religious life and annual fiestas
  
  

• Covered Court: Venue for recreational sports, civic activities, and disaster response
  
  

• Health Station & Day Care Center: Offer basic health services and early childhood education
  
  

• Accessible via interior roads connected to Jose Abad Santos Avenue (JASA) and near the boundary of San Fernando City
  
  

⛪ Nearby Landmarks

• Close to the San Guillermo Parish Church and Don Honorio Ventura State University (DHVSU)
  
  

• Proximity to San Fernando’s downtown area, giving residents access to commercial, educational, and medical institutions
  
  

🌧️ Environment & Flood Management

Barangay Magliman, at ~7.5 meters above sea level, is among Bacolor’s elevated barangays but is still vulnerable to seasonal flooding and lahar sedimentation due to its proximity to affected zones. Drainage systems, canal desilting, and community-based disaster risk reduction programs are maintained in partnership with the Municipal Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (MDRRMO).

🔍 Summary

Barangay Magliman is a progressive and strategically located community in northern Bacolor, with over 3,100 residents. It balances rural charm with urban convenience due to its closeness to San Fernando. With essential infrastructure, proactive governance, and cultural vibrance, Magliman continues to thrive while promoting resilience and sustainable growth for its residents.