Namballe Postal Codes: 06850 to 06851 | San Ignacio, Cajamarca

Key Facts

Namballe is a district located in the San Ignacio Province within the Cajamarca Department of Peru. Situated in the northernmost part of Peru near the Ecuadorian border, this district occupies a strategic position in the high jungle region known as the ceja de selva, where the Andes mountains transition into the Amazon rainforest. Namballe covers an approximate area of 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 15,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, coffee cultivation, and livestock farming. The district is administratively divided into several populated centers and caseríos (small rural settlements), with its capital town also called Namballe serving as the main urban hub. Characterized by its tropical climate and rich biodiversity, the area features elevations ranging from 800 to 2,800 meters above sea level, creating diverse microclimates ideal for various crops. Namballe's economy relies heavily on coffee production, which represents the main agricultural export, along with subsistence farming of bananas, yucca, and corn. The district maintains important transportation connections through the Carretera Marginal de la Selva highway system, facilitating trade and mobility within the region. For comprehensive postal code information and detailed addressing data for Namballe's various populated centers and rural communities, our platform provides accurate and up-to-date geographical reference materials.

Neighboring Regions

• Huabal
• San José de Lourdes
• Tabaconas