Rionegro Postal Codes: 687511 to 687527 | Soto, Santander

Key Facts

Rionegro is a municipality located in the Soto Province of the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia. Situated in the Andean region, Rionegro lies within the mountainous terrain characteristic of this part of Santander, positioned approximately 300 kilometers northeast of Bogotá. The municipality covers an area of about 1,072 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 15,000 residents according to recent estimates. Rionegro is administratively divided into multiple corregimientos and veredas, reflecting its rural character and dispersed settlement pattern. The region's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coffee cultivation, livestock farming, and dairy production being significant economic activities. The municipality's name, which translates to 'Black River,' likely references the local waterways that flow through its territory. Rionegro's landscape is characterized by the rugged topography of the Eastern Cordillera of the Andes, with elevations ranging from approximately 1,500 to 3,000 meters above sea level. The municipality serves as an important local center for the surrounding rural communities, providing essential services and commercial activities. For detailed postal code information and administrative subdivisions within Rionegro municipality, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific addressing needs.

Neighboring Regions

• Matanza
• Chima
• Confines
• El Guacamayo
• San José de Miranda
• Capitanejo
• Enciso