Pansol
Pansol | |
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Coordinates: 14°11′43″N 121°10′19″E / 14.19528°N 121.17194°E | |
Country | Philippines |
City | Calamba |
Province | Laguna |
Region | Calabarzon (Region IV-A) |
Government | |
• Chairman | Joel D. Martinez |
• Councilors |
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Area | |
• Land | 5.282 km2 (2.039 sq mi) |
Pansol is an urban barangay in Calamba, Laguna, Philippines. It is located at the southeast edge of the city.[1] The barangay is situated at the foot of Mount Makiling near the city's border with Los Baños and is known for its hot springs.
Economy
The resorts industry of Pansol contributes significantly to the barangay's economy and has been known as a tourist destination for its resorts since the 1970s. As of October 2009, there are about 700 resorts in Pansol.[2]
Geography
Pansol is subdivided into seven puroks numbered I to VII. The barangay covers a total area of 5.28 km2 (2.04 sq mi). It is surrounded by five other barangays.[1]
Directions | Barangay |
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West | Maunong |
East | Sucol Bagong Kalsada |
South | Puting Lupa |
North | Bucal |
Population
Year | Population | Household |
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2014 | 12, 641 | 2, 790 |
2013 | 12, 172 | 2, 687 |
2012 | 11, 721 | 2, 687 |
2011 | 11, 286 | 2, 491 |
2010 | 10, 868 | 2, 630 |
2007 | 9, 980 | 2, 146 |
2000 | 8, 378 | 1, 697 |
1995 | 6, 517 | ? |
1990 | 4, 941 | ? |
1980 | 3, 192 | ? |
Education
Pansol is the site of at least two elementary schools namely E. Baretto Sr. Elementary School and Perpetual Help Elementary School as well as a senior high school, the E. Baretto National High School.[1]
References
- ^ a b c "Brgy. Pansol". Official Website of the City of Calamba. City Government of Calamba. Retrieved 1 January 2019.
- ^ Cinco, Maricar (14 October 2009). "Flood hurts Calamba City resort industry". Inquirer Southern Luzon. Archived from the original on 17 October 2009. Retrieved 26 May 2015.