San Mateo Postal Codes: 15560 to 15561 | Huarochirí, Lima

Key Facts

San Mateo is a district located in the Huarochirí Province of the Lima Region in central Peru. Situated in the high Andes mountains approximately 100 kilometers east of Lima, this district occupies a strategic position along the historic route connecting the coastal capital with the mountainous interior of the country. San Mateo lies at an elevation of around 3,150 meters above sea level in the upper valley of the Rímac River, which provides vital water resources to Lima and surrounding areas. The district covers approximately 500 square kilometers of rugged mountainous terrain characterized by deep valleys, steep slopes, and dramatic Andean landscapes. With a population of roughly 3,000 residents, San Mateo serves as an important administrative and commercial center for the surrounding rural communities. The district is divided into several populated centers including the town of San Mateo de Huanchor, which functions as the district capital. Historically, the area has been significant for mining activities, particularly copper extraction, while agriculture remains an important economic activity at lower elevations. Visitors to San Mateo can access postal code information for its various populated centers and surrounding communities through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Surco
• Matucana
• Carampoma
• Huanza