History of Arayat, Pampanga

Among the first towns of Pampanga in Central Luzon is called Arayat, but the origin of the term is shrouded in mist. Some say the word derives from dayat or dayatan, which in the local language means irrigation of rice lands during the dry season. Only later did Arayat appear in speech.

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June 22, 2022 | News

The Arayat Municipal Agriculture Office conducted an Anti-Rabies vaccination at Brgy. Batasan, Arayat, Pampanga

August 11, 2021 | News

PCF 2019 Drainage Canal in Barangay Plazang Luma

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The municipality of Arayat has a total population of 133,492 as reported in the 2015 census (Philippine Statistical Authority). The number accounts for 0.06% of the provincial total population. Table 1 identifies the population and population densities of the barangays in