PULUNG SANTOL

📍 Geographic Profile

Location & Classification
Barangay Pulung Santol is one of the 29 barangays in the municipality of Porac, located in the province of Pampanga, Central Luzon. It is considered an urbanizing barangay due to its proximity to Clark Freeport Zone and the development corridor along the Porac–Clark–Angeles Road.
Coordinates & Elevation
- Approximate Coordinates: 15.1056° N latitude, 120.5694° E longitude
- Elevation: Roughly 92 meters (302 feet) above sea level
- Terrain: Mostly flat to gently rolling, suited for residential, commercial, and light industrial development
Adjacent Areas
Pulung Santol is located in the northern part of Porac and is adjacent to barangays such as Sapang Uwak, Manibaug Paralaya, and those along the Clark boundary. It is accessible via major roads and has good connectivity to Angeles City and Mabalacat.

Population (2020 Census)
- Total Population: 9,086 residents
- This makes it one of the more densely populated barangays in Porac, accounting for about 6.5% of the municipality’s population
Population Growth (2015–2020)
- 2015 Population: 8,150
- 2020 Population: 9,086
- Annual Growth Rate: Approximately 2.18%
Household Data (2015 Census)
- Total Households: 1,634
- Household Population: 8,150
- Average Household Size: 4.99 persons
Age Structure (2015)
- Large youth population, with a significant portion aged 5–14
- Median Age: Estimated between 24 and 26 years
- The barangay has a balanced dependency ratio, with a youthful workforce base

Barangay Facilities and Services
Pulung Santol has complete barangay infrastructure including a barangay hall, health station, day care center, covered court, and a public elementary school. It also benefits from proximity to hospitals, malls, and transport terminals located in nearby Angeles City and Clark.
Development and Economy
The barangay has seen rapid development due to its strategic location near the Clark economic hub. It is characterized by mixed land use, including residential subdivisions, commercial establishments, and light industrial zones.