Crucero Postal Codes, Carabaya, Puno Peru

Postal codes for Crucero range from 21215 to 21216 in Puno, Carabaya, Peru. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Crucero.

Crucero on the Map

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

What to Know About Crucero

Key Facts

Crucero is a district located in the Carabaya Province of the Puno Region in southeastern Peru. Situated in the high Andes mountains, Crucero occupies a strategic position in the northern part of Carabaya Province, bordering the Madre de Dios Region to the north. This district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 3,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock farming, and small-scale mining activities. Crucero is characterized by its rugged mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from 3,500 to over 5,000 meters above sea level, and features several important rivers and streams that form part of the Amazon River basin. The district is divided into multiple populated centers and rural communities, with the town of Crucero serving as the administrative and commercial hub. The local economy relies heavily on potato cultivation, alpaca and llama herding, and artisanal gold mining, while the climate varies from cold and dry in the highlands to more temperate conditions in the lower valleys. For those seeking detailed postal code information and location data for Crucero's various communities and settlements, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and administrative purposes throughout this remote Andean district.

Neighboring Regions

* Macusani

* Corani

* Ajoyani

* Ituata

* Coasa