Puquio Postal Codes: 05500 to 05501 | Lucanas, Ayacucho

Key Facts

Puquio is a district located in the Lucanas Province of the Ayacucho Region in southern Peru. Situated in the high Andes mountains at an elevation of approximately 3,200 meters above sea level, Puquio serves as the capital of Lucanas Province and lies in the central-western portion of this administrative division. The district covers an area of roughly 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 15,000 residents according to recent estimates. Puquio is characterized by its rugged mountainous terrain and serves as an important commercial and administrative center for the surrounding rural communities. The district is divided into multiple smaller administrative units including urban sectors and rural communities that support both agricultural and pastoral activities. The town of Puquio itself features colonial-era architecture mixed with modern developments, reflecting its historical significance as a regional hub. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Puquio's various sectors and surrounding areas, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and location-based services throughout this Andean district.

Neighboring Regions

• Aucara
• Cabana
• Carmen Salcedo
• Chaviña
• Chipao
• Lucanas
• Sancos
• Santa Lucía de Paccha