POBLACION

📍 Geographic Profile

Location & Classification
Barangay Poblacion is the town center of Porac, Pampanga. As the administrative and commercial core of the municipality, it is classified as an urban barangay. It hosts key municipal government offices, public markets, and educational institutions.
Coordinates & Elevation
- Approximate Coordinates: 15.0650° N latitude, 120.5410° E longitude
- Average Elevation: Around 58 meters (190 feet) above sea level
- Terrain: Mostly flat with minor elevation changes
Adjacent Barangays
It is bordered by barangays such as Planas, Mitla Proper, Babo Pangulo, and Salu. Being centrally located, Poblacion serves as a hub connecting many of Porac’s rural and suburban barangays.

Population (2020 Census)
- Total Population: 4,755 residents
- Represents about 3.38% of the total municipal population of Porac
Population Growth (2015–2020)
- 2015 Population: 4,486
- 2020 Population: 4,755
- Annual Growth Rate: Approximately 1.15%
Household Data (2015 Census)
- Number of Households: 1,008
- Household Population: 4,486
- Average Household Size: 4.45 persons
Age Structure (2015)
- Predominantly working-age and school-age population
- Median Age: Estimated around 25 years
- Youth and elderly populations suggest a balanced age distribution

Key Facilities and Services
- Municipal Hall of Porac
- Porac Public Market
- Police and Fire Station
- Health Center
- Public elementary and high schools
- Church and civic centers
  These institutions are centrally located within the barangay.
Development Context
As the urban core, Poblacion is the most developed barangay in Porac. It has concrete roads, stable utility services, commercial areas, and transport terminals. The area is continually growing due to increased urbanization and infrastructure projects.