Encañada Postal Codes: 06200 to 06201 | Cajamarca, Cajamarca

Key Facts

Encañada is a district located in the Cajamarca Province of the Cajamarca Region in northern Peru. Situated in the highlands of the Peruvian Andes, Encañada occupies a strategic position approximately 15-20 kilometers southeast of the city of Cajamarca, the regional capital. This district covers an area of roughly 450 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 15,000 residents according to recent estimates. Encañada is characterized by its mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from 2,500 to 3,800 meters above sea level, and features several important water sources including the Llaucano River basin. The district is administratively divided into multiple populated centers and smaller settlements, with its economy primarily based on agriculture, particularly potato cultivation, dairy farming, and some mining activities. Encañada serves as an important agricultural hub for the surrounding rural communities and maintains strong economic and cultural ties with the nearby city of Cajamarca. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Encañada's various populated centers and settlements, comprehensive resources are available through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

• Cajamarca
• Namora
• La Encañada
• Los Baños del Inca
• Jesús