Ayapata Postal Codes: 21260 to 21261 | Carabaya, Puno

Key Facts

Ayapata is a district located in the Carabaya Province of the Puno Region in southeastern Peru. Situated in the high Andean region, Ayapata lies within the rugged mountainous terrain that characterizes much of the Carabaya Province, positioned in the northeastern sector of the Puno Region near the Bolivian border. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 8,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, mining, and small-scale commerce. Ayapata is administratively divided into several populated centers and rural communities, with its district capital serving as the main urban hub for local governance and services. The region's economy is supported by potato cultivation, quinoa farming, and livestock raising, particularly alpaca and llama herding, which are well-suited to the high-altitude conditions. Ayapata's location in the Andean highlands gives it a cool, temperate climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, and its landscape features deep valleys, mountain streams, and traditional Quechua-speaking communities that maintain rich cultural traditions. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Ayapata's various populated centers and rural settlements, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate communication and service delivery throughout the district.

Neighboring Regions

• Crucero
• Macusani
• Ollachea
• Usicayos