Location & Classification
Babo Sacan is one of the 29 barangays in Porac, a landlocked municipality in Pampanga, Central Luzon.
Coordinates & Elevation
The barangay is located at approximately 15.0685° N, 120.5448° E, with an average elevation of 75 meters (246 feet) above sea level. Its elevation ranges between 53 to 140 meters, placing it on slightly elevated and sloping terrain.
Adjacent Areas
Babo Sacan is bordered by the barangays of Mancatian, Sepung Bulaun, Palat, Mitla Proper, Poblacion, Cangatba, and Jalung.
Population (2020 Census)
Total population: 5,916, accounting for 4.20% of the overall population of Porac.
Population Trend
1990: 2,815
1995: 3,008
2000: 3,428
2007: 6,247
2010: 5,155
2015: 5,434
2020: 5,916
Between 2015 and 2020, the population increased by 482 people, reflecting an average annual growth rate of 1.80%.
Households & Composition (2015 Census)
Total households: 1,046
Household population: 5,434
Average household size: 5.20 persons
Age Structure (2015 Census)
Largest age group: 10–14 years (557 individuals)
Smallest age group: 80 years and above (42 individuals)
Youth Dependency Ratio: 44.6%
Elderly Dependency Ratio: 7.3%
Total Dependency Ratio: 51.9%
Median Age: 26.4 years
Barangay Facilities
Babo Sacan has key community facilities including:
Barangay Hall
Covered Court
Day Care Center
Chapel (St. Joseph Chapel)
These are generally located along A. Bonifacio Street.
Environmental Achievement
Barangay Babo Sacan was recognized as a Regional Top Performer in the 2024 Barangay Environmental Compliance Audit (BECA) under the municipal category. This was in recognition of its active involvement in local environmental protection programs such as the Manila Bay Clean-up, Rehabilitation, and Preservation Program.
Category
Details
Population (2020)
5,916
Population Growth
+1.80% annually (2015–2020)
Households (2015)
1,046
Average Household Size
5.20 persons
Median Age
26.4 years
Elevation
75 meters (range: 53–140 meters)
Coordinates
15.0685° N, 120.5448° E