Cáchira Postal Codes: 546030 to 546038 | Occidente, Norte de Santander

Key Facts

Cáchira is a municipality located in the Occidente subregion of the Norte de Santander department in northeastern Colombia. Situated in the mountainous Andean region, Cáchira lies approximately 100 kilometers southwest of the departmental capital Cúcuta, positioned within the rugged terrain that characterizes much of this border department. With an estimated population of around 12,000 residents, the municipality covers an area of approximately 287 square kilometers of predominantly rural landscape characterized by hills, valleys, and agricultural lands. Cáchira is administratively divided into several smaller corregimientos and veredas that comprise its municipal territory, including the municipal seat and various rural settlements scattered throughout its jurisdiction. The municipality's economy is primarily based on agricultural activities, with coffee cultivation, livestock farming, and various food crops forming the backbone of local livelihoods. Cáchira's location within the Occidente subregion places it in the western portion of Norte de Santander, an area known for its scenic beauty and traditional Colombian rural culture. For those seeking detailed postal code information and delivery services for Cáchira's various neighborhoods and rural settlements, comprehensive addressing resources are available to ensure accurate mail and package delivery throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Convención
• El Carmen
• San Calixto
• Teorama
• Hacarí