Villa del Rosario Postal Codes: 541030 to 541038 | Oriente, Norte de Santander

Key Facts

Villa del Rosario is a municipality located in the Oriente subregion of the Norte de Santander department in northeastern Colombia. Situated near the Venezuelan border, this municipality occupies a strategic position in the metropolitan area of Cúcuta, Colombia's sixth-largest city. Villa del Rosario covers approximately 228 square kilometers and has a population of around 85,000 residents according to recent estimates. The municipality is administratively divided into multiple corregimientos and veredas, reflecting its organized local governance structure. Historically significant, Villa del Rosario was the site where the Congress of Cúcuta drafted and signed Colombia's first constitution in 1821, earning it the nickname 'Cradle of the Constitution.' The municipality's economy is diverse, with activities ranging from commerce and services benefiting from its border location to agricultural production including coffee, bananas, and various fruits. Its proximity to the international border with Venezuela makes it an important hub for cross-border trade and cultural exchange. For residents and businesses seeking postal services, Villa del Rosario offers comprehensive postal code coverage across its urban and rural areas, facilitating efficient mail delivery throughout the municipality.

Neighboring Regions

• Los Patios
• Cúcuta
• San Cayetano
• Ragonvalia
• Venezuela