Located in Sto. Tomas, Pampanga, Barangay Santo Rosario is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of Sto. Tomas. It had a population of 2,445 as of the 2024 POPCEN.
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Punong Barangay
Karen Zablan Pineda(2023 - 2026 term)
Next BSKE
November 2, 2026
Barangay Santo Rosario · Data updated 2026-05-24
About Barangay Santo Rosario
Situated in Sto. Tomas, Pampanga, Barangay Santo Rosario is one of 7 barangays that make up the municipality within Central Luzon.
According to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority, Barangay Santo Rosario had a population of 2,445. This made it the 7th largest of 7 barangays in Sto. Tomas by population, placing it among the smaller barangays of the municipality. Residents of Barangay Santo Rosario accounted for approximately 5.51% of the total population of Sto. Tomas, which stood at 44,376 in the same 2024 POPCEN reference period.
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Between the 2020 Census of Population and Housing and the 2024 POPCEN, the population of Barangay Santo Rosario changed from 2,642 to 2,445, a shift of -7.5% over the four-year period. This places the barangay among those with contracting populations in Sto. Tomas. Barangay Santo Rosario is officially classified as urban, reflecting the density and built-up character of the area.
Sto. Tomas is a municipality comprising 7 barangays, and serves as the governing unit directly responsible for local services in Barangay Santo Rosario, 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 Santo Rosario ranks 401st 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.
The barangay's legislative and executive affairs are handled by a Punong Barangay and the Sangguniang Barangay, elected nationwide during the Barangay and SK Elections. The next BSKE is scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026, following the synchronized election schedule set by COMELEC Resolution No. 11191.
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 Sto. Tomas 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 Santo Rosario from official Philippine Statistics Authority census releases.
Census
Population
Change
% change
2015 Census
2,170
—
—
2020 CPH
2,642
+472
+21.8%
2024 POPCEN
2,445
-197
-7.5%
2015–2020: +21.8% total (+4.01%/yr).2020–2024: -7.5% total (-1.92%/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 Sto. Tomas
7thof 7
Among the smaller barangays of Sto. Tomas by population.
Share of Sto. Tomas
5.5%
of the municipality's total 44,376 residents.
Rank in Pampanga
401stof 538
Province-wide percentile: 26.
PSA Classification
Urban
Higher density, predominantly built-up land use.
Income Classification
2nd
BLGF high fiscal capacity tier.
Sto. Tomas (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 Santo Rosario
Where is Barangay Santo Rosario located?▾
Barangay Santo Rosario is a barangay in the municipality of Sto. Tomas, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines.
What is the address of the Barangay Santo Rosario hall?▾
Barangay Santo Rosario is located in Sto. Tomas, Pampanga, Central Luzon, Philippines. The exact street address of the barangay hall is being verified.
Who is the Punong Barangay of Barangay Santo Rosario?▾
The Punong Barangay of Barangay Santo Rosario is Karen Zablan Pineda (2023 - 2026 term). The next Barangay and Sangguniang Kabataan Elections are scheduled for Monday, November 2, 2026.
How can I contact Barangay Santo Rosario?▾
You can contact Barangay Santo Rosario via phone at 09362928010.
What municipality is Barangay Santo Rosario part of?▾
Barangay Santo Rosario is one of 7 barangays in the municipality of Sto. Tomas, Pampanga, Philippines.
Is Barangay Santo Rosario urban or rural?▾
Barangay Santo Rosario 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 Sto. Tomas?▾
Sto. Tomas 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 Santo Rosario.
Has the population of Barangay Santo Rosario been growing or shrinking?▾
Between the 2020 and 2024 censuses, Barangay Santo Rosario went from 2,642 residents to 2,445 — a change of -7.5% over the intercensal period. The barangay is shrinking significantly based on figures published by the Philippine Statistics Authority in the 2024 POPCEN.
What region of the Philippines is Barangay Santo Rosario in?▾
Barangay Santo Rosario 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 7 barangays administered by Sto. Tomas.
How many barangays are in Sto. Tomas?▾
Sto. Tomas has 7 barangays, including Barangay Santo Rosario. You can browse the full list on our Sto. Tomas page.
How many residents does Barangay Santo Rosario have?▾
Barangay Santo Rosario had a population of 2,445 residents according to the 2024 POPCEN (Census of Population) published by the Philippine Statistics Authority.
What is the ZIP code of Barangay Santo Rosario?▾
The primary PHLPost ZIP code for Sto. Tomas is 2020. 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 Santo Rosario, confirm with PHLPost at https://phlpost.gov.ph.
When was this page last updated?▾
The information on this page for Barangay Santo Rosario 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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