Alhué Postal Codes: 9650000 | Melipilla, Región Metropolitana de Santiago

Key Facts

Alhué is a commune located in the Melipilla Province within Chile's Región Metropolitana de Santiago. Situated in the southwestern part of the metropolitan region, Alhué lies approximately 100 kilometers southwest of Santiago, the national capital, positioning it as one of the more rural and geographically distinct areas within this predominantly urban administrative region. The commune covers an area of approximately 845 square kilometers and has a population of around 6,000 residents, making it one of the less densely populated areas in the metropolitan region. Alhué is administratively divided into several smaller districts and localities that reflect its agricultural and rural character. The commune's landscape is characterized by the foothills of the Chilean Coastal Range, featuring valleys and mountainous terrain that support traditional farming activities including fruit orchards, vineyards, and livestock raising. As part of Chile's commune system, Alhué maintains its own local government and administrative structure while being integrated into the broader Melipilla Province. For those seeking detailed postal code information and local services, Alhué's various districts and neighborhoods each have specific addressing systems that facilitate mail delivery and location identification throughout the commune.

Neighboring Regions

• Melipilla
• María Pinto
• Curacaví
• San Pedro