Gachetá Postal Codes: 251230 to 251238 | Guavio, Cundinamarca

Key Facts

Gachetá is a municipality located in the Guavio Province of the Cundinamarca Department in central Colombia. Situated approximately 100 kilometers northeast of Bogotá, this municipality occupies a strategic position in the eastern part of the department, characterized by its Andean topography and proximity to the Guavio Reservoir, one of Colombia's largest artificial lakes. With an area of approximately 262 square kilometers, Gachetá maintains a population of around 8,000 residents who primarily engage in agricultural activities, particularly potato cultivation and dairy farming. The municipality is administratively divided into the urban center of Gachetá and numerous rural veredas (hamlets), with its economy historically rooted in the fertile lands of the region. The town's elevation of about 1,745 meters above sea level contributes to its temperate climate, making it suitable for various agricultural productions. Gachetá serves as an important local hub for surrounding rural communities, providing essential services and commercial activities. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for Gachetá's urban center and its various rural subdivisions to facilitate accurate addressing and navigation throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Gachalá
• Machetá
• Ubalá
• Junín
• Gama