Hatonuevo Postal Codes: 443020 to 443028 | Sur, La Guajira

Key Facts

Hatonuevo is a municipality located in the southern part of La Guajira Department in northern Colombia. Situated in the Caribbean Region, this municipality lies approximately 75 kilometers southeast of the departmental capital Riohacha and occupies a strategic position in the mining-rich area of the department. With an estimated population of around 16,000 people spread across approximately 247 square kilometers, Hatonuevo represents one of the smaller but economically significant municipalities in La Guajira. The municipality is divided into several corregimientos and veredas, including the main urban center of Hatonuevo itself along with surrounding rural settlements. The region's economy is heavily dependent on coal mining activities, given its proximity to the massive Cerrejón coal mine, one of the largest open-pit coal mines in the world. This mining influence has shaped the municipality's development and infrastructure while also presenting environmental challenges typical of extractive industries. The semi-arid climate and savanna landscape characteristic of this part of La Guajira support both mining operations and limited agricultural activities. For those seeking to access postal services or send correspondence to this mining municipality, understanding its administrative structure and geographical context is essential for accurate addressing to its various sub-regions and settlements.

Neighboring Regions

• Barrancas
• Fonseca
• Albania
• Maicao