Amashca Postal Codes: 02130 | Carhuaz, Ancash

Key Facts

Amashca is a populated center located within the Carhuaz District in the Ancash Region of Peru. Situated in the heart of the Callejón de Huaylas valley, Amashca lies approximately 3,000 meters above sea level in the western Andes Mountains, surrounded by the dramatic peaks of the Cordillera Blanca to the east and the Cordillera Negra to the west. This small settlement serves as an important local community within the broader Carhuaz area, with a population typically numbering in the hundreds. The region's economy primarily revolves around agriculture, with residents cultivating traditional Andean crops such as potatoes, corn, and quinoa in the fertile valley soils. Amashca maintains strong cultural connections to its Quechua heritage, with many residents speaking both Spanish and Quechua languages. The settlement falls under the administrative jurisdiction of Carhuaz District, which contains several similar populated centers throughout its territory. Visitors to Amashca can access comprehensive postal code information and detailed location data for all settlements within the Carhuaz District through our specialized geographic database services.