Kelluyo Postal Codes: 21630 to 21631 | Chucuíto, Puno

Key Facts

Kelluyo is a district located in the Chucuito Province of the Puno Region in southeastern Peru. Situated in the high-altitude Altiplano region near the border with Bolivia, Kelluyo occupies a strategic position in the southwestern part of the Chucuito Province. This district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has a population of around 8,000 residents, primarily of Aymara descent who maintain traditional agricultural practices and cultural traditions. Kelluyo is administratively divided into several smaller populated centers and communities that dot its rugged Andean landscape characterized by high plains, rolling hills, and proximity to Lake Titicaca. The district's economy is predominantly based on subsistence farming, livestock raising, and some small-scale commerce with neighboring Bolivian communities across the border. Kelluyo's location at high altitude, typically over 3,800 meters above sea level, gives it a cold, dry climate with distinct wet and dry seasons that influence agricultural cycles. For those seeking detailed postal and administrative information about Kelluyo's various communities and populated centers, comprehensive resources are available to help navigate the district's geographical subdivisions.

Neighboring Regions

• Zepita
• Pomata
• Huacullani
• Desaguadero