SAN ROQUE

📍 Geographic Profile

• Location: Barangay San Roque is located in the southern part of the municipality of San Luis, Pampanga. It is a rural barangay that is home to a mix of residential communities and agricultural land. The barangay is an important contributor to the local economy, particularly in agriculture.

• Coordinates: 15.0183° N, 120.7754° E (Approximate)

• Elevation: Barangay San Roque is situated at an elevation of about 15 meters (49 feet) above sea level, which is relatively low-lying. As such, the area is vulnerable to flooding during heavy rains, especially in flood-prone months.

• Land Area: 5.2 square kilometers, mostly used for agriculture and residential development. The barangay also has a small percentage of commercial land for local businesses.

• Adjacent Barangays:

  • North: Barangay San Nicolas (San Luis)

  • East: Barangay San Isidro (San Luis)

  • South: Barangay San Agustin (San Luis)

  • West: Barangay San Juan (San Luis)
    
    

👥 Demographic Profile

• Population: As of the 2020 Census, Barangay San Roque has a population of approximately 6,050 people, representing around 9-10% of the total population of San Luis.

• Households: In the 2015 Census, Barangay San Roque had 1,220 households. The average household size was around 4.7 people per household.

• Age Distribution:

  • Largest age group: 10–14 years—this indicates a relatively young population with a focus on child and adolescent development.

  • Smallest age group: 80 years and above, typical of rural barangays where the elderly population is relatively low.

• Historical Population Growth:

  • 1990: 4,100

  • 1995: 4,320

  • 2000: 4,710

  • 2007: 5,025

  • 2010: 5,275

  • 2015: 5,520

  • 2020: 6,050

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

• Land Use & Topography: Barangay San Roque is mostly flat terrain, ideal for farming activities. The agricultural focus is on rice, corn, and vegetable farming. Residential areas are concentrated along main roads, with agricultural lands occupying the outskirts of the barangay.
  
  

• Facilities:

  • Schools:

    • San Roque Elementary School: Serving children in the barangay with primary education.

    • Secondary education is available at neighboring barangays or through private institutions in San Luis.

  • Religious Institutions:

    • San Roque Chapel: The main place of worship and community gatherings for local residents.

🌱 Economic Activities

• Agriculture: The barangay’s economy is primarily based on agriculture. The residents are heavily involved in farming, with rice and corn as the primary crops. Other minor agricultural activities include the cultivation of vegetables, such as tomatoes, eggplants, and peppers.

🌾 Local Government Services & Initiatives

• Barangay Development: Barangay San Roque’s development initiatives focus on infrastructure improvement, including the construction of better roads, drainage systems, and flood control measures to mitigate flooding during the rainy season.

Key Statistics:

• Population: 6,050 (2020)

• Land Area: 5.2 km²

• Households: 1,220 (2015)

• Average Household Size: 4.7

• Primary Occupation: Agriculture (farming), Retail (small businesses)

• Main Roads: Accessible by local paved roads connecting to neighboring barangays and the town center.