Santiago de Chuco Postal Codes, La Libertad Peru

Postal codes for Santiago de Chuco range from 13140 to 13380 in La Libertad, Peru. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Santiago de Chuco, choose from the districts listed below.

Districts in Santiago de Chuco

Santiago de Chuco on the Map

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

What to Know About Santiago de Chuco

Key Facts

Santiago de Chuco is a province located in the La Libertad region of northern Peru, situated in the highlands of the Andes mountains. This province occupies the northeastern portion of La Libertad, characterized by its rugged mountainous terrain and significant elevation, with the provincial capital, also called Santiago de Chuco, sitting at approximately 3,100 meters above sea level. Covering an area of around 2,658 square kilometers, Santiago de Chuco is known for its rich cultural heritage and is famously the birthplace of renowned Peruvian poet César Vallejo. The province has a population of approximately 57,000 people according to recent estimates, with the majority engaged in agriculture, mining, and livestock farming. Administratively, Santiago de Chuco is divided into 8 districts: Santiago de Chuco, Angasmarca, Cachicadán, Mollebamba, Mollepata, Quiruvilca, Santa Cruz de Chuca, and Sitabamba. The province's economy relies heavily on mining activities, particularly copper extraction, while also maintaining traditional agricultural practices. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Santiago de Chuco's various districts and localities, this platform provides comprehensive access to such geographical and postal resources.

Neighboring Regions

* Gran Chimú

* Virú

* Trujillo

* Otuzco

* Julcán

* Sánchez Carrión