Cotabambas Postal Codes: 03220 to 03271 | Apurímac

Key Facts

Cotabambas is a province located in the Apurímac Region of southern Peru, situated in the central Andes mountain range. The province occupies the northeastern portion of Apurímac and is characterized by its rugged mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from approximately 2,000 to 4,800 meters above sea level. Covering an area of roughly 2,612 square kilometers, Cotabambas has a population of around 45,000 people according to recent estimates. The province is administratively divided into 6 districts: Tambobamba, Cotabambas, Coyllurqui, Haquira, Mara, and Challhuahuacho. The provincial capital is Tambobamba, which serves as the main administrative and commercial center. The economy is primarily based on agriculture, with potato, corn, and quinoa cultivation, along with livestock raising, particularly alpacas and llamas. The region's geography includes several important river valleys and high-altitude plains known as punas. Cotabambas is part of the historical territory once inhabited by the Chanka people before Inca conquest, and it played a significant role during the colonial period. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for the various districts within Cotabambas province, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific queries.

Neighboring Regions

• Grau
• Antabamba
• Aymaraes
• Chincheros
• Andahuaylas