Galeras Postal Codes: 702050 to 702057 | Sabanas, Sucre

Key Facts

Galeras is a municipality located in the Sabanas subregion of the Sucre Department in northern Colombia. Situated in the Caribbean region of the country, Galeras occupies a strategic position within the department's interior plains, characterized by its tropical savanna landscape that gives the subregion its name. The municipality covers approximately 312 square kilometers and serves as an important agricultural and administrative center for the surrounding rural communities. With a population of around 15,000 residents, Galeras maintains a predominantly rural character while functioning as a hub for local commerce and services. The municipality is divided into several smaller administrative units called corregimientos, which help organize local governance across its expansive territory. The economy primarily revolves around agriculture, with significant production of crops such as corn, cotton, and various fruits that thrive in the region's tropical climate. As part of Colombia's postal and administrative system, Galeras provides essential infrastructure for residents and businesses seeking to access postal services and code information for its various sub-regions and communities.

Neighboring Regions

• San Benito Abad
• Sampués
• Sincelejo
• Morroa
• Corozal
• Los Palmitos