SAPANG BALEN

📍 Geographic Profile

Location: Barangay Sapang Balen is located in the southeastern part of Mabalacat City, Pampanga. It is a small, primarily residential barangay with some areas devoted to small-scale commerce and backyard farming. The barangay is situated near key city roads, providing easy access to Mabalacat’s urban center, Clark Freeport Zone, and major highways such as NLEX and SCTEX.

Coordinates: Approximately 15.2200° N, 120.5800° E
Elevation: Approximately 95 meters (312 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays:
Barangay Sapang Balen shares borders with the following barangays:

• Poblacion

• Sta. Ines

• San Joaquin

• Dau

👥 Demographic Profile

Population: As of the 2020 Census, Barangay Sapang Balen has a population of approximately 1,960 residents.
Households: The barangay has an estimated 440 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
  
  

Dependency Ratios (estimated):

• Youth (0–14 years): ~45
  
  

• Old-Age (65+ years): ~7
  
  

• Total Dependency Ratio: ~52

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land Area & Topography:
Barangay Sapang Balen has flat terrain suitable for residential use and small-scale farming. The barangay is connected to major city routes and nearby barangays via concrete barangay roads.

Facilities:

• Barangay Hall: The center of local governance and delivery of basic services.
  
  

• Covered Court / Plaza: Used for assemblies, sports, and community gatherings.
  
  

• Chapel: A small chapel serves as the center for religious services and celebrations.
  
  

• Educational Access: Children attend public schools in nearby barangays or the city proper, with easy access to secondary and tertiary education within Mabalacat City and Clark.
  
  

Livelihood:
Residents are involved in transport services, small retail businesses, and employment in Clark Freeport Zone, Mabalacat’s commercial centers, or nearby industrial areas. Some residents maintain backyard gardens and livestock for additional income.

Cultural Note:
Barangay Sapang Balen celebrates its fiesta annually, typically with masses, processions, and community activities that highlight the barangay’s devotion and close community ties.