Lauricocha Postal Codes: 10530 to 10650 | Huánuco

Key Facts

Lauricocha is a province located in the Huánuco region of central Peru, situated in the high Andes mountains. This province occupies the northwestern portion of Huánuco and is characterized by its rugged mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from approximately 3,000 to over 5,000 meters above sea level. Lauricocha covers an area of roughly 1,860 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 30,000 people according to recent estimates. The province is administratively divided into 7 districts: Jesús, Baños, Jivia, Queropalca, Rondos, San Francisco de Asís, and San Miguel de Cauri. Lauricocha takes its name from Lake Lauricocha, which is considered one of the sources of the mighty Amazon River and holds significant geographical and cultural importance in the region. The province's economy is primarily based on agriculture, livestock farming, and mining activities, with its high-altitude communities maintaining traditional Andean cultural practices. To access detailed postal code information and location data for Lauricocha's various districts and communities, users can navigate through the hierarchical structure provided.

Neighboring Regions

• Dos de Mayo
• Yarowilca
• Huánuco
• Ambo
• Pachitea