BULAON

📍 Geographic Profile

• Location & Classification: Barangay Bulaon is one of the 35 barangays in San Fernando, Pampanga, classified as an urban barangay .
  
  

• Coordinates & Elevation: Situated at approximately 15.0818° N, 120.6627° E, with an estimated elevation of 30.1 meters (98.8 feet) above sea level .
  
  

• Adjacent Barangays: Bulaon shares borders with:
  
  

  • Maimpis (north)
    
    

  • Calulut (south)
    
    

  • Panipuan (east, in Mexico)
    
    

  • Malpitic (west)
    
    

  • Sindalan (northwest)
    
    

  • Divisoria (west, in Mexico) .

👥 Demographic Profile

• Population (2020): 27,506 residents, comprising approximately 7.76% of San Fernando's total population .
  
  

• Households (2015): 24,678 individuals across 5,209 households, averaging 4.74 persons per household .
  
  

• Population Growth: From 1990 to 2020, Bulaon's population increased from 1,732 to 27,506, reflecting a positive annualized growth rate of 2.30% .
  
  

• Age Distribution (2015):
  
  

  • Largest group: 15–19 years (2,523 individuals; 10.22%)
    
    

  • Smallest group: 80 and over (258 individuals; 1.05%)
    
    

  • Median age: 27.34 years
    
    

  • Youth dependency ratio: 40.29%
    
    

  • Elderly dependency ratio: 9.74%
    
    

  • Total dependency ratio: 50.03% .

🌱 Economy & Land Use

• Land Use: Bulaon features a mix of residential, commercial, and agricultural zones. Notably, the Bulaon Resettlement Area houses various subdivisions and public facilities.
  
  

• Real Estate: The area has seen development in residential and commercial properties. For instance, a 4,381 sqm agricultural lot in Bulaon is listed for sale at approximately ₱36.36 million, indicating the area's real estate activity .
  
  

• Zonal Values: Zonal values in Bulaon vary by street and subdivision. For example:
  
  

  • Bulaon Resettlement: ₱3,500 per sqm
    
    

  • Covelandia Homes: ₱6,500 per sqm
    
    

  • Interior lots: ₱850–₁,000 per sqm
    
    

  • Along Barangay Road: ₱1,200–₁,350 per sqm .

🏗 Infrastructure & Community

• Barangay Hall & Facilities: The Barangay Hall serves as the administrative center. The area is also home to the Bulaon Resettlement Public Market, providing local commerce and services.
  
  

• Renewable Energy Initiatives: In 2024, Barangay Bulaon signed a memorandum of agreement with Majestic Synergy Ventures, Inc. to install solar power systems at the barangay hall, health center, and resettlement center. This initiative aims to promote sustainability and reduce electricity costs .

📅 Culture & Festivals

• Historical Significance: Bulaon is known for its Bulaon Resettlement Area, established to provide housing solutions. The area has since developed into a vibrant community with various facilities and services.

• Community Events: While specific festivals within Bulaon are not detailed in the available sources, its proximity to the City of San Fernando suggests participation in city-wide events, such as the Giant Lantern Festival, which showcases elaborate lanterns and attracts visitors annually.