FORTUNA

📍 Geographic & Classification

Type: Rural–urban barangay in central Floridablanca, Pampanga—serving as a borough gateway along the San Antonio–Floridablanca thoroughfare. pampanga.gov.ph+15philatlas.com+15zamboanga.com+15
Coordinates & Elevation: ~ 14.9817° N, 120.5170° E; ~29.7 m (97.4 ft) above sea level
Adjacent Barangays: Bordered by Basa Air Base, Maligaya, San Isidro, San Jose, and San Nicolas

👥 Demographics & Population

Population (2020): 5,414 residents (3.99% of town total)
Households (2015): 4,377 people in 1,069 households — average 4.09 persons/household
Age Profile (2015):

• Median age: 27.6 years
  
  

• Youth dependency (0–14): 38.4%
  
  

• Elderly dependency (65+): 8.2%
  
  

• Total dependency ratio: 46.5% cybo.comphilatlas.com
  
  

📈 Population Trends

• Grew from 2,622 (1990) to 5,414 (2020), a +2,792 increase.
  
  

• Recent annual growth (2015–2020): +4.58% philatlas.com
  
  

🏡 Land Use & Real Estate

Landscape: A mix of residential-commercial zones lining the main road, transitioning into agricultural and service areas.
Key Zones: Barangay hall, chapel, school, sports facilities, and local businesses cluster along Fortuna St., with farms trailing behind.

🏗 Infrastructure & Amenities

• Barangay Hall & Chapel: Central focal points for governance and worship.
  
  

• Fortuna Elementary School: Established 1 June 1963, zoned under DepEd Pampanga – located on San Agustin Village St. zaubee.com+14mapcarta.com+14cybo.com+14
  
  

• Sports & Community Facilities: Includes a notable basketball court used for local events.
  
  

• Private Schools: Floridablanca Christian Academy (secondary) located on San Agustin Village St. en.wikipedia.org+15cybo.com+15zaubee.com+15
  
  

🚗 Transport & Connectivity

• Road Access: Located along San Antonio–Floridablanca Road (Fortuna St.) linking to SCTEx and national routes.
  
  

• Transport Modes: Service via jeepneys, tricycles, and provincial bus routes connecting to neighboring towns and Clark/Angeles City.
  
  

• Local Businesses: Travel agencies and small cafés (e.g., Brenzy Tea - Fortuna) cater to commuters. zaubee.com
  
  

🌟 Community & Culture

• Livelihoods: Combination of retail, service, and farming. Local entrepreneurs run cafés, travel agencies, and school-based businesses.
  
  

• Community Life: Frequent basketball tournaments at the court, alongside school and chapel-driven events.
  
  

• Youth Engagement: Active SK participation in sports and educational programs.
  
  

🌏 Context within Floridablanca Municipality

• Fortuna is one of Floridablanca’s more dynamic barangays—small yet strategically positioned, with strong residential, commercial, educational, and transport roles.
  
  

• Acts as a connecting hub between central Floridablanca, Basa Air Base, and adjacent barangays via major roadways. en.wikipedia.org+5philatlas.com+5mapcarta.com+5