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Punong Barangay
Pedro Gandola Pagaling(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Poroc · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Poroc
Barangay Poroc forms part of Pura, a municipality in Tarlac, and is classified as a small barangay.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Poroc had a population of 1,069. This made it the 14th largest of 16 barangays in Pura by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Poroc accounted for approximately 3.96% of the total population of Pura, which stood at 27,017 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Comparing the 2020 CPH against the 2024 POPCEN, Barangay Poroc moved from 942 residents to 1,069, an intercensal change of +13.5%. The trajectory indicates a growing community. Barangay Poroc is officially classified as rural, a designation applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use.
Pura is a municipality comprising 16 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Poroc, including public health, sanitation, peace and order, and civil registration. Within the wider province of Tarlac, which contains 511 barangays across its component cities and municipalities, Barangay Poroc ranks 437th by 2024 POPCEN population. Tarlac 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 Poroc 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 Pura 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 Poroc from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
847
—
—
2020 CPH
942
+95
+11.2%
2024 POPCEN
1,069
+127
+13.5%
2015–2020: +11.2% total (+2.15%/yr).2020–2024: +13.5% total (+3.21%/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 Pura
14thof 16
Among the smaller barangays of Pura by population.
Share of Pura
4.0%
of the municipality's total 27,017 residents.
Rank in Tarlac
437thof 511
Province-wide percentile: 15.
PSA Classification
Rural
Lower density, predominantly non-built-up land use.
Income Classification
3rd
BLGF upper-middle fiscal capacity tier.
Pura (municipality) class
4th
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Barangay Poroc
Where is Barangay Poroc located?▾
Barangay Poroc is a barangay in the municipality of Pura, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Poroc hall?▾
Barangay Poroc is located in Pura, Tarlac, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Poroc?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Poroc is Pedro Gandola Pagaling (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Poroc?▾
Verified contact information for Barangay Poroc is being collected. You can reach the local barangay hall in person or check the official Pura LGU website. Submit verified information using the form on this page.
What municipality is Barangay Poroc part of?▾
Barangay Poroc is one of 16 barangays in the municipality of Pura, Tarlac, Philippines.
Is Barangay Poroc urban or rural?▾
Barangay Poroc is officially classified as rural by the Philippine Statistics Authority. Rural classification is applied to barangays with lower population density and predominantly non-built-up land use — often agricultural, coastal, or upland areas with more dispersed housing.
What is the income classification of Pura?▾
Pura is classified as a 4th 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 Poroc.
Has the population of Barangay Poroc been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Poroc went from 942 residents to 1,069 — a change of +13.5% 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 Poroc in?▾
Barangay Poroc is part of the Central Luzon administrative region of the Philippines. Within Central Luzon, the barangay falls under the province of Tarlac, and is one of 16 barangays administered by Pura.
How many barangays are in Pura?▾
Pura has 16 barangays, including Barangay Poroc. You can browse the full list on our Pura page.
How many residents does Barangay Poroc have?▾
Barangay Poroc had a population of 1,069 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Poroc?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Pura is 2312. 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 Poroc, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Poroc was last updated on 2026-05-24. 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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