Totoró Postal Codes: 192570 to 192579 | Oriente, Cauca

Key Facts

Totoró is a municipality located in the Oriente subregion of the Cauca Department in southwestern Colombia. Situated in the Andean region, Totoró lies within the mountainous terrain of the Colombian Massif, an area known for its significant geographical and hydrological importance as the source of several major Colombian rivers. The municipality covers an area of approximately 417 square kilometers and has a population of around 19,000 people according to recent estimates. Totoró is characterized by its predominantly rural landscape, with agriculture forming the backbone of the local economy, particularly coffee cultivation, sugarcane, and various subsistence crops. The municipality is divided into multiple corregimientos and veredas (administrative subdivisions), reflecting its dispersed settlement pattern across the mountainous terrain. The area is also notable for its significant indigenous population, primarily from the Nasa (Páez) ethnic group, who maintain strong cultural traditions and territorial governance structures. Totoró's location in the highlands gives it a temperate climate despite its proximity to the equator, with elevations ranging significantly across the municipality. For those seeking to access detailed postal code information for Totoró's various subdivisions and rural areas, comprehensive data is available through official Colombian postal services.

Neighboring Regions

• Puracé
• Coconuco
• Popayán
• Silvia
• Inzá