Caloto Postal Codes: 191070 to 191088 | Norte, Cauca

Key Facts

Caloto is a municipality located in the Norte subregion of the Cauca Department in southwestern Colombia. Situated in the northern part of Cauca, Caloto lies approximately 60 kilometers northeast of the departmental capital Popayán, positioned within the fertile Cauca River Valley that runs through this mountainous region. With an estimated population of around 30,000 people, Caloto covers an area of approximately 380 square kilometers and maintains an elevation of about 1,000 meters above sea level, giving it a pleasant tropical climate. The municipality is divided into several corregimientos (townships) and veredas (rural districts), including the main urban center of Caloto proper along with surrounding rural settlements. Historically significant as one of the oldest settlements in the region, Caloto has developed as an agricultural hub known for sugarcane cultivation, coffee production, and various food crops that thrive in its fertile soils. The municipality serves as an important local administrative and commercial center for the surrounding rural communities, maintaining traditional Colombian cultural elements while supporting modern development. For residents and visitors seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for all of Caloto's urban and rural subdivisions to facilitate mail delivery and navigation throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Santander de Quilichao
• Guachené
• Villa Rica
• Puerto Tejada
• Corinto
• Miranda