Chontalí Postal Codes, Jaén, Cajamarca Peru

Postal codes for Chontalí range from 06745 to 06746 in Cajamarca, Jaén, Peru. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Chontalí.

Chontalí on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Chontalí districts in Peru. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Chontalí

Key Facts

Chontalí is a district located within the province of Jaén in the Cajamarca region of northern Peru. Situated in the northwestern part of the country, this district occupies a strategic position in the Andean highlands, characterized by its mountainous terrain and proximity to important river systems that flow toward the Amazon basin. Chontalí covers an approximate area of 245 square kilometers and has a population of around 4,500 residents, primarily engaged in agricultural activities including coffee cultivation, fruit farming, and livestock raising. The district is administratively divided into several smaller population centers and rural communities, with its capital town also called Chontalí serving as the main urban hub and administrative center. The local economy relies heavily on subsistence farming and small-scale agricultural production, with coffee emerging as an important cash crop in recent decades. Chontalí's elevation ranges from approximately 1,200 to 2,800 meters above sea level, creating diverse microclimates that support various agricultural products throughout the year. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data and specific addresses for Chontalí's various population centers and rural settlements can be accessed through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

* Sallique

* San Felipe

* Colasay

* Pomahuaca