Barangay San Juan (formerly Poblacion) is one of the 14 barangays in the municipality of San Simon, located in Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines. Below is a comprehensive geographic and demographic profile:
📍 Geographic Profile
Location: San Juan is a rural barangay situated within San Simon’s poblacion. It hosts the town’s historic Nuestra Señora del Pilar (San Simon Parish) Church
Coordinates: Approximately 15.0037° N, 120.7731° E .
Elevation: Roughly 9.7 m (31.8 ft) above sea level .
Adjacent Barangays: Borders San Jose, San Miguel, San Nicolas, Santa Cruz, and Santa Monica—all within San Simon .
👥 Demographic Profile
Population (2020): 2,416 residents, making up 4.08% of San Simon’s total population (59,182) .
Households (2015): 443 households, with a household population of 2,135—averaging 4.82 members per household .
Population by Age Group (2015 Census):
Highest: Ages 15–19 had 240 individuals (11.24%).
Lowest: Ages 75–79 had 23 individuals (1.08%).
Dependency & Median Age (2015):
Youth Dependency Ratio: 40.51
Old-Age Dependency Ratio: 10.69
Total Dependency Ratio: 51.20
Median Age: 25.47 years
Historical Population Growth:
1990: 1,204 | 2015: 2,135 | 2020: 2,416
The group grew by 281 residents from 2015 to 2020, with an annual growth rate of 2.64%
🏘️ Community Facilities & Landmarks
Parish Church: The Nuestra Señora del Pilar Parish Church, originally built in the 19th century, is a significant cultural and religious landmark located in San Juan
Barangay Hub: The barangay hall and covered court are located near the church, serving as centers of governance and social activity.