Barranquita Postal Codes: 22240 to 22241 | Lamas, San Martín

Key Facts

Barranquita is a district located in the Lamas Province of the San Martín Region in northern Peru. Situated in the high jungle region known as the ceja de selva, Barranquita occupies a strategic position within the broader Amazon basin, characterized by its transitional geography between the Andean highlands and the lowland rainforest. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and serves as an important agricultural and administrative center within the province. Barranquita is administratively divided into multiple populated centers and smaller settlements that dot its varied landscape of hills, valleys, and tropical forests. The district's economy primarily revolves around coffee cultivation, cocoa production, and subsistence farming, with its elevation ranging from 500 to 1,800 meters above sea level creating diverse microclimates suitable for various crops. As part of the Lamas Province, Barranquita contributes to the region's cultural diversity, with mixed populations of mestizo communities and indigenous groups maintaining traditional practices alongside modern development. The district serves as a gateway to exploring the rich biodiversity of the San Martín region while providing essential services to its rural communities. For detailed postal code information and administrative services for Barranquita's various populated centers and surrounding areas, comprehensive regional databases are available.

Neighboring Regions

• Cuñumbuqui
• Lamas
• Pinto Recodo
• Tabalosos
• Caynarachi