LAKANDULA

📍 Geographic Profile

Location: Barangay Lakandula is located in the southeastern part of Mabalacat City, Pampanga. It is a primarily residential barangay with a growing number of commercial establishments and small businesses. Lakandula benefits from its proximity to major road networks and urban centers such as Dau and the Clark Freeport Zone, making it accessible and increasingly urbanized while maintaining a strong sense of community.

Coordinates: Approximately 15.2150° N, 120.6020° E
Elevation: Approximately 96 meters (315 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays:
Barangay Lakandula shares borders with the following barangays:

• Dau

• Mabiga

• Sapang Biabas

• Sta. Ines

👥 Demographic Profile

Population: As of the 2020 Census, Barangay Lakandula has a population of approximately 4,980 residents.
Households: The barangay has an estimated 1,120 households, with an average household size of about 4.4 members.

Age Distribution (latest available data):

• Highest age group: 10–14 years

• Lowest age group: 75 years and above
  
  

Historical Population Growth:
1990: 3,050
1995: 3,380
2000: 3,720
2007: 4,210
2010: 4,420
2015: 4,710
2020: 4,980

From 2015 to 2020, Barangay Lakandula grew by 270 residents, reflecting an average annual growth rate of approximately 1.11%.

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land Area & Topography:
Barangay Lakandula has mostly flat terrain, ideal for residential and light commercial development. The barangay is served by concrete barangay roads and is accessible to major highways and nearby commercial centers.

Facilities:

• Barangay Hall: Functions as the center for governance and delivery of basic services.
  
  

• Covered Court / Plaza: Venue for sports activities, assemblies, and community programs.
  
  

• Chapel: The barangay chapel is a key site for religious gatherings and fiesta celebrations.
  
  

• Educational Access: The barangay is near public and private elementary and secondary schools, with access to colleges and technical-vocational centers in Mabalacat City and Clark.
  
  

Livelihood:
Residents are engaged in diverse sources of livelihood including small-scale retail (sari-sari stores, food stalls), transportation services, and employment in nearby Clark Freeport Zone, shops, and service industries.

Cultural Note:
Barangay Lakandula celebrates its annual fiesta every August, with religious activities, cultural presentations, and community gatherings that highlight the barangay’s solidarity and traditions.