Barangay Candating is a local government unit in Arayat, Pampanga, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 5,875 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
Under Republic Act 12232, elected barangay officials serve a four-year term. Make sure you are registered and know your polling place before election day.
Primary PHLPost ZIP for Arayat. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Marly Dalusong Pineda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Candating · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Candating
Barangay Candating forms part of Arayat, a municipality in Pampanga, and is classified as a large barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Candating had a population of 5,875. This made it the 9th largest of 30 barangays in Arayat by population, placing it in the upper half of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Candating accounted for approximately 3.89% of the total population of Arayat, which stood at 150,949 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Candating moved from 5,588 residents to 5,875, an intercensal change of +5.1%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Candating is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Arayat is a municipality comprising 30 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Candating, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Pampanga, which contains 538 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Candating ranks 153rd by 2024 POPCEN population. Pampanga is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance, a category that reflects the province's annual regular income.
Barangay Candating is governed by an elected Sangguniang Barangay composed of a Punong Barangay and seven kagawads, with the Sangguniang Kabataan representing the youth. The next BSKE, set for Monday, November 2, 2026, will elect officials to four-year terms as provided under Republic Act No. 12232.
Compiled from official Philippine Statistics Authority census data and Philippine Standard Geographic Code records. Reviewed and published by the Barangay Directory editorial team. See our methodology for sources, verification process, and update cadence.
Important: Officials shown here reflect the 2023 - 2026 term. Barangay leadership can change due to resignation, succession, or special circumstances. Always verify directly with Arayat or the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction, legal matter, or formal communication. The next Barangay and SK Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
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Population history of Barangay Candating from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
5,029
—
—
2020 CPH
5,588
+559
+11.1%
2024 POPCEN
5,875
+287
+5.1%
2015–2020: +11.1% total (+2.13%/yr).2020–2024: +5.1% total (+1.26%/yr).
Source: PSA Census of Population (2015), Census of Population and Housing (2020), and POPCEN (2024) as published by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Figures are official as declared by Proclamation.
Comparative Context
2024 POPCEN
Rank in Arayat
9thof 30
Among the upper half of Arayat by population.
Share of Arayat
3.9%
of the municipality's total 150,949 residents.
Rank in Pampanga
153rdof 538
Province-wide percentile: 72.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Arayat (municipality) class
1st
Parent municipality income class — influences LGU services and budget that reach this barangay.
Rankings derived from the most recent PSA population data for each barangay. Classifications sourced from the Philippine Statistics Authority and Bureau of Local Government Finance.
These services are available at every barangay hall in the Philippines under Republic Act 7160 (Local Government Code). Visit Barangay Candating in Arayat during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Candating
Where is Barangay Candating located?▾
Barangay Candating is a barangay in the municipality of Arayat, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Candating hall?▾
Barangay Candating is located in Arayat, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Candating?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Candating is Marly Dalusong Pineda (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Candating?▾
You can contact Barangay Candating via phone at 09161868997.
What municipality is Barangay Candating part of?▾
Barangay Candating is one of 30 barangays in the municipality of Arayat, Pampanga, Philippines.
Is Barangay Candating urban or rural?▾
Barangay Candating is officially classified as urban by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Urban classification reflects higher population density and a more built-up character — typically more permanent housing, paved roads, and proximity to commercial activity than rural barangays in the same municipality.
What is the income classification of Arayat?▾
Arayat is classified as a 1st by the Bureau of Local Government Finance. This classification is based on the municipality's annual regular income and broadly indicates the size of the local government's budget for services like health, sanitation, peace and order, and infrastructure that reach barangays such as Barangay Candating.
Has the population of Barangay Candating been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Candating went from 5,588 residents to 5,875 — a change of +5.1% over the intercensal period. The barangay is growing significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Candating in?▾
Barangay Candating is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Pampanga, and is one of 30 barangays administered by Arayat.
How many barangays are in Arayat?▾
Arayat has 30 barangays, including Barangay Candating. You can browse the full list on our Arayat page.
How many residents does Barangay Candating have?▾
Barangay Candating had a population of 5,875 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Candating?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Arayat is 2012. In most Philippine municipalities, this same ZIP applies to every barangay in the city. However, in NCR cities (Manila, Quezon City, Makati, etc.) and a few large cities like Cebu City, Davao City, and Baguio, each barangay may have its own ZIP code. For the most accurate ZIP for Barangay Candating, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Candating was last updated on 2026-05-25. Barangay leadership, contact information, and hours can change — always verify directly with the barangay hall before relying on this information for any official transaction.
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