Barangay Sta. Cruz is a local government unit in Porac, Pampanga, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines. It had a population of 19,946 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 Porac. In NCR and some large cities, barangays can have different ZIPs. Confirm with PHLPost.
Punong Barangay
Bienvenido Gonzales Guiao(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Sta. Cruz · Data updated 2026-05-25
About Barangay Sta. Cruz
Barangay Sta. Cruz is a very large barangay in the municipality of Porac, located in the province of Pampanga, in the Central Luzon region of the Philippines.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Sta. Cruz had a population of 19,946. This made it the 1st largest of 29 barangays in Porac by population, placing it among the most populous barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Sta. Cruz accounted for approximately 13.52% of the total population of Porac, which stood at 147,551 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Sta. Cruz moved from 18,624 residents to 19,946, an intercensal change of +7.1%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Sta. Cruz is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Porac is a municipality comprising 29 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Sta. Cruz, 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 Sta. Cruz ranks 24th 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.
Like every Philippine barangay, Barangay Sta. Cruz is led by an elected Punong Barangay (barangay captain) supported by seven Sangguniang Barangay members (kagawads), an SK Chairperson, a Barangay Secretary, and a Barangay Treasurer. The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections (BSKE) are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, with officials serving four-year terms 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 Porac 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 Sta. Cruz from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
17,501
—
—
2020 CPH
18,624
+1,123
+6.4%
2024 POPCEN
19,946
+1,322
+7.1%
2015–2020: +6.4% total (+1.25%/yr).2020–2024: +7.1% total (+1.73%/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 Porac
1stof 29
Among the top 10% of Porac by population.
Share of Porac
13.5%
of the municipality's total 147,551 residents.
Rank in Pampanga
24thof 538
Province-wide percentile: 96.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
1st
BLGF highest fiscal capacity tier.
Porac (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 Sta. Cruz in Porac during office hours to request any of the following.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Sta. Cruz
Where is Barangay Sta. Cruz located?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is a barangay in the municipality of Porac, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Sta. Cruz hall?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is located in Porac, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Sta. Cruz?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Sta. Cruz is Bienvenido Gonzales Guiao (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Sta. Cruz?▾
You can contact Barangay Sta. Cruz via phone at 09514210800.
What municipality is Barangay Sta. Cruz part of?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz is one of 29 barangays in the municipality of Porac, Pampanga, Philippines.
Is Barangay Sta. Cruz urban or rural?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz 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 Porac?▾
Porac 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 Sta. Cruz.
Has the population of Barangay Sta. Cruz been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Sta. Cruz went from 18,624 residents to 19,946 — a change of +7.1% 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 Sta. Cruz in?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz 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 29 barangays administered by Porac.
How many barangays are in Porac?▾
Porac has 29 barangays, including Barangay Sta. Cruz. You can browse the full list on our Porac page.
How many residents does Barangay Sta. Cruz have?▾
Barangay Sta. Cruz had a population of 19,946 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Sta. Cruz?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Porac is 2008. 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 Sta. Cruz, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Sta. Cruz 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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