Huanta Postal Codes: 05110 to 05231 | Ayacucho

Key Facts

Huanta is a province located in the Ayacucho Region of central Peru, situated in the northeastern part of this Andean region. The province occupies a strategic position in the transition zone between the high Andes and the eastern jungle slopes, with its capital city also named Huanta serving as the administrative center. Covering approximately 3,878 square kilometers of diverse terrain ranging from high mountain peaks to subtropical valleys, Huanta province supports a population of around 90,000 residents according to recent estimates. The province is administratively divided into 8 districts: Huanta, Ayahuanco, Huamanguilla, Iguain, Luricocha, Santillana, Sivia, and Llochegua, each with its own distinct geographical and cultural characteristics. Historically significant as part of the ancient Chanka territory before Inca conquest, Huanta today maintains its agricultural traditions while serving as an important commercial hub connecting the highlands with the jungle regions. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Huanta's various districts and localities, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate navigation and communication within this diverse Peruvian province.

Neighboring Regions

• Huamanga
• La Mar
• Cangallo