Dos de Mayo Postal Codes: 10600 to 10761 | Huánuco

Key Facts

Dos de Mayo is a province located in the Huánuco region of central Peru, situated in the highlands of the Andes mountain range. The province covers an area of approximately 1,500 square kilometers and has a population of around 45,000 people according to recent estimates. Dos de Mayo is positioned in the southern part of the Huánuco region, characterized by its rugged mountainous terrain and numerous river valleys that flow toward the Amazon basin. The province is divided into 9 districts: La Unión, Chuquis, Marías, Pachas, Quivilla, Ripán, Shunqui, Sillapata, and Yanas. The provincial capital, La Unión, serves as the administrative and commercial center of the province. The economy of Dos de Mayo is primarily based on agriculture, with potato, corn, and quinoa cultivation being significant, along with livestock farming and some mining activities in the mountainous areas. The province features important archaeological sites and colonial-era architecture that reflect its rich historical heritage dating back to pre-Inca civilizations. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for the various districts within Dos de Mayo province, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific requirements.

Neighboring Regions

• Huamalíes
• Leoncio Prado
• Lauricocha
• Yarowilca