Barangay Profile

Barangay Palocpoc I

Mendez, Cavite, Region IV-A

PSGC 0402114004 ZIP 4121
1,649 Population
7th of 24 By Population
496.1 m Elevation
4121 ZIP Code
Philippines CALABARZON Cavite Mendez Barangays Palocpoc I
Direct Answer

Barangay Palocpoc I is a barangay in Mendez, Cavite, in the CALABARZON (Region IV-A) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0402114004 with ZIP code 4121, it had a 2020 Census population of 1,649. That makes it the 7th most populous of Mendez's 24 barangays (4.5% of the municipal total of 36,518). It sits at about 496.1 m above sea level at coordinates 14.1279, 120.8781.

Overview

Barangay Palocpoc I is a local community situated within Mendez, Cavite. Serving as the primary administrative building block of local governance, it connects local residents directly to municipal public services, community development, and regional infrastructure networks.

Demographics & Population Trends

Insights into growth, age distributions, and household composition.

Historical Population Growth

Barangay Palocpoc I is tracked across every census round conducted by the Philippine Statistics Authority. The table and bar chart below trace its recorded population from 1990 to 2020, together with the annualized growth rate and net population change between counts. Read side by side, they show whether Palocpoc I is expanding, contracting, or holding steady within Mendez, a signal that informs housing demand, school-age population, and the delivery of local public services.

Census Date Population Growth Net
1990 May 1 — — —
1995 Sep 1 826 — —
2000 May 1 966 +3.41% 140
2007 Aug 1 1,295 +4.13% 329
2010 May 1 1,320 +0.7% 25
2015 Aug 1 1,587 +3.57% 267
2020 May 1 1,649 +0.81% 62
826
966
1,295
1,320
1,587
1,649
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015
2020

Age Distribution (2015 Census)

The age profile of Barangay Palocpoc I is drawn from the 2015 Census and grouped into five-year age bands. The table and bar chart below show how residents split across the young dependent population, the working-age population, and older residents, the balance that drives the local dependency ratio and median age. A community weighted toward working-age adults points to a wider labor force, while a broad base of children signals future demand for schools, health centers, and youth programs in Mendez.

Age Group Population Share
Under 1 40 2.52%
1 to 4 120 7.56%
5 to 9 136 8.57%
10 to 14 165 10.4%
15 to 19 170 10.71%
20 to 24 138 8.7%
25 to 29 150 9.45%
30 to 34 117 7.37%
35 to 39 83 5.23%
40 to 44 80 5.04%
45 to 49 97 6.11%
50 to 54 87 5.48%
55 to 59 49 3.09%
60 to 64 52 3.28%
65 to 69 37 2.33%
70 to 74 23 1.45%
75 to 79 19 1.2%
80 and over 24 1.51%
Under 1
40
1 to 4
120
5 to 9
136
10 to 14
165
15 to 19
170
20 to 24
138
25 to 29
150
30 to 34
117
35 to 39
83
40 to 44
80
45 to 49
97
50 to 54
87
55 to 59
49
60 to 64
52
65 to 69
37
70 to 74
23
75 to 79
19
80 and over
24
461

Young population (0-14) · 29.05%

1,023

Working-age population (15-64) · 64.46%

103

Older population (65+) · 6.49%

Household Trends

Household formation in Barangay Palocpoc I is measured each census through the number of households and the average household size. The table and bar chart below plot how the household count has moved across the years. A rising number of households alongside a falling average size usually reflects smaller family units and new home formation, while a steady average size suggests multigenerational living remains common. These figures help gauge local housing stock, utility demand, and the pace of residential development in Mendez.

Census Date Households Avg. Size
1990 May 1 0 —
1995 Sep 1 147 5.62
2000 May 1 178 5.43
2007 Aug 1 267 4.85
2010 May 1 288 4.58
2015 Aug 1 365 4.35
0
147
178
267
288
365
1990
1995
2000
2007
2010
2015

Location & Environment

Geographic coordinates, comparative elevation, and environmental risk profile.

7th of 24

Relative rank among Mendez's barangays by 2020 population.

496.1 m Elevation

Elevation profile, compared to the 517.1 m municipal median.

Barangay Palocpoc I is located at approximately 14.1279, 120.8781 (14°07'40" N, 120°52'41" E) on Luzon , roughly 496.1 meters above sea level.

Hazard Profile & Risk Context

Typhoon

CALABARZON lies along the main track of Pacific tropical cyclones and sees frequent typhoon passage during the June to November season.

High
Earthquake

CALABARZON is seismically active, with movement along nearby faults and trenches capable of producing strong earthquakes.

High
Landslide

At roughly 496.1 m elevation, steeper upland terrain can raise landslide susceptibility during prolonged or heavy rainfall.

Moderate

General planning context derived from topographic models. Refer to PHIVOLCS and municipal DRRMO advisories for official disaster risk mapping.

Governance & Administrative Record

Local administration setup and statutory registry parameters.

As the primary administrative tier in the Philippines, Barangay Palocpoc I in municipality of Mendez, province of Cavite is led by an elected Punong Barangay alongside a Sangguniang Barangay composed of seven elected council members. The barangay council oversees neighborhood disputes via the Lupong Tagapamayapa, enacts local ordinances, and maintains peace and public safety.

Official Registry

PSGC Statutory Data Sheet

Barangay Name Palocpoc I
PSGC Code 0402114004
Population (2020) 1,649
Rank in Municipality 7th of 24
Coordinates 14.1279, 120.8781 (14°07'40" N, 120°52'41" E)
Elevation 496.1 m above sea level
City / Municipality Mendez
Province Cavite
Region CALABARZON
ZIP Code 4121

Surrounding Area & Local Culture

Nearby communities, cultural landmarks, and local services in Mendez.

Local Directory

Businesses & Services in Mendez

Verified hotels, restaurants, healthcare providers, financial services, and professional firms serving Barangay Palocpoc I and the wider Mendez area.

12 Businesses Listed

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Barangay Palocpoc I located?

Barangay Palocpoc I is a barangay in Mendez, Cavite, in the CALABARZON (Region IV-A) of the Philippines. Registered under PSGC code 0402114004 with ZIP code 4121, it had a 2020 Census population of 1,649. That makes it the 7th most populous of Mendez's 24 barangays (4.5% of the municipal total of 36,518). It sits at about 496.1 m above sea level at coordinates 14.1279, 120.8781.

What is the population of Barangay Palocpoc I?

1,649 as of the 2020 Census, the 7th largest of Mendez's 24 barangays (4.5% of the municipal total).

What is the PSGC code of Barangay Palocpoc I?

The PSGC code is 0402114004, a nine-digit identifier in the PSA classification.

What is the ZIP code of Barangay Palocpoc I?

ZIP 4121, covering Mendez and its barangays.

How many barangays does Mendez have?

24 barangays per the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 release.

Notes & Data Sources

  • Administrative boundaries sourced from the PSA PSGC 1Q 2026 dataset release.
  • Population figures and geographical metrics are integrated from official PhilAtlas and PSA Census records.