Cochas Postal Codes: 12225 | Concepción, Junín

Key Facts

Cochas is a populated center located within the Concepción Province in the Junín Region of central Peru. Situated in the Andean highlands, Cochas occupies a strategic position within the Mantaro Valley, one of Peru's most important agricultural and cultural regions. This settlement lies at an elevation of approximately 3,300 meters above sea level, benefiting from the fertile soils and temperate climate characteristic of the central Peruvian Andes. While specific population figures for Cochas are not widely documented, it forms part of the broader Concepción Province which has a population of around 50,000 inhabitants distributed across its various districts and populated centers. The area is known for its traditional agricultural practices, particularly potato cultivation and livestock farming, which have sustained local communities for generations. Cochas maintains strong cultural ties to the surrounding indigenous communities and preserves many Quechua traditions alongside Spanish colonial influences. The settlement serves as an important local hub connecting rural communities with larger urban centers in the region. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data for Cochas and its surrounding areas can be accessed through regional postal services to facilitate navigation and communication within this distinctive Andean community.