Oriente Postal Codes, Cauca Colombia

Postal codes for Oriente range from 192001 to 193009 in Cauca, Colombia. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Oriente, choose from the municipalities listed below.

Municipalities in Oriente

Oriente on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Oriente provinces in Colombia. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Oriente

Key Facts

Oriente is a subregion located within the Cauca Department of southwestern Colombia. Situated in the eastern portion of the department, Oriente encompasses a diverse landscape that transitions from the western slopes of the Colombian Massif to the more temperate valleys and foothills of this mountainous region. This subregion covers approximately 2,500 square kilometers and is home to roughly 120,000 residents who are primarily engaged in agriculture, with coffee cultivation being a significant economic activity alongside dairy farming and various food crops. Oriente is administratively divided into several municipalities including Silvia, Totoró, Inzá, and Páez, each with distinct cultural characteristics and local governance structures. The area is notable for its rich indigenous heritage, particularly among the Nasa (Páez) and Misak (Guambiano) communities who maintain strong cultural traditions and territorial autonomy. The subregion's varied topography creates microclimates that support diverse agricultural production while also presenting challenges for transportation infrastructure. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Oriente's municipalities can provide precise addressing for both urban centers and rural settlements throughout this culturally significant Colombian subregion.

Neighboring Regions

* Centro

* Norte

* Sur

* Occidente