How about a journey into a small community with a big heart? We are standing in Barangay 48. This barangay is a district of Manila, under the administrative district of Tondo.
Barangay 48 is home to a close-knit community. In 2020, the census recorded 4,070 residents. That is just 0.22% of Manila’s total population. It is a small but vital part of the city.
Let’s talk about the location. Barangay 48 sits on Luzon Island. Its coordinates are 14.6084 north and 120.9714 east. The estimated elevation is about 6.9 meters above sea level.
The population has seen some changes over the years. In 1990, Barangay 48 had 3,384 residents. By 2020, it grew to 4,070. However, between 2015 and 2020, the population decreased slightly. It went from 4,174 to 4,070.
In 2015, most residents were between 20 and 24 years old. The smallest age group was 75 to 79. Every age group contributes to the barangay’s character.
Families in Barangay 48 are of a modest size. In 2015, there were about 3.79 people per household. This is calculated from 4,174 residents divided by 1,101 households.
Barangay 48 shares its borders with other barangays. It is part of a larger network of communities within Manila. The barangay is in Zone 4 and the Tondo district. Nearby are Divisoria, Binondo and San Nicolas.
Barangay 48 may be small but it plays an important role in Manila. Its story is one of growth, change and community. As we leave Barangay 48, remember its story. It is a reminder that every small community contributes to the larger story of the Philippines.