STO. ROSARIO PAU

📍 Geographic Profile

Location: Barangay Santo Rosario Pau is situated in the southeastern part of Sto. Tomas, Pampanga. It is a rural barangay known for its peaceful residential neighborhoods, religious heritage, and proximity to the boundary of Minalin town. The barangay has a strong community atmosphere and benefits from its location near both agricultural lands and municipal facilities.
Coordinates: Approximately 14.9865° N, 120.7092° E
Elevation: Approximately 7.1 meters (23.3 feet) above sea level

Adjacent Barangays:
Santo Rosario Pau shares borders with the following barangays:

• Moras de la Paz

• San Bartolome

• San Vicente

• Santo Rosario (Minalin)

• San Pedro (Minalin)

👥 Demographic Profile

Population: As of the 2020 Census, Barangay Santo Rosario Pau has a population of 2,311, accounting for approximately 5.39% of Sto. Tomas’ total population (42,846).
Households: In the 2015 Census, the barangay recorded 504 households, with an average household size of 4.58 members.

Age Distribution (2015):

• Highest age group: 10–14 years, with 248 individuals (10.3%)

• Lowest age group: 80 years and above, with 19 individuals (0.8%)

Dependency Ratios (2015):

• Youth (0–14 years): 46.1

• Old-Age (65+ years): 7.4

• Total Dependency Ratio: 53.5

Median Age (2015): 25.1 years

Historical Population Growth:

• 1990: 1,572

• 1995: 1,684

• 2000: 1,791

• 2007: 2,066

• 2010: 2,034

• 2015: 2,174

• 2020: 2,311

From 2015 to 2020, the barangay grew by 137 residents, reflecting an average annual growth rate of approximately 1.22%.

🏘️ Community & Infrastructure Notes

Land Area & Topography:
Santo Rosario Pau features flat terrain at an elevation of approximately 7.1 meters. Its geography supports residential development and small-scale farming, with accessible roadways connecting it to neighboring barangays and towns.

Facilities:

• Barangay Hall: Located at the heart of the community, it hosts governance and public services.

• Covered Court: Serves as a venue for sports, civic events, and barangay programs.

• Santo Rosario Chapel: A community chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Rosary, where the barangay fiesta and regular mass services are held.

• Educational Access: Nearby elementary and secondary schools serve the youth of the barangay.

• Livelihood: Residents engage in backyard farming, tricycle operations, sari-sari stores, and seasonal crafts and trades.
  
  

Cultural Note:
Santo Rosario Pau celebrates its barangay fiesta every October 7, honoring Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary. The celebration includes Marian devotions, street processions, and cultural performances that unite the barangay in spiritual and communal joy.