Pansol
Coordinates14°11′43″N 121°10′19″E
CountryPhilippines
CityCalamba
ProvinceLaguna
RegionCalabarzon (Region IV-A)
ChairmanJoel D. Martinez
Councilors
  • Simonne T. Canlas
  • Jane B. Varona
  • Danilo P. Cuevas Jr.
  • Marcelino P. Ameglio
  • Magdalena M. Fabroquez
  • Rebecca G. Fontanilla
  • Alberto F. Luar
Area land5.282 km²
Population as of2024
Population total12099

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]

DirectionsBarangay
WestMaunong
EastSucol
Bagong Kalsada
SouthPuting Lupa
NorthBucal

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

  1. ^ "Brgy. Pansol". Official Website of the City of Calamba. City Government of Calamba. Retrieved 1 January 2019.
  2. ^ 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.