Awajun Postal Codes, Rioja, San Martín Peru

Postal codes for Awajun range from 22860 to 22861 in San Martín, Rioja, Peru. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Awajun.

Awajun on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Awajun 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 Awajun

Key Facts

Awajún is an indigenous territory located within the Rioja Province in the San Martín Region of northern Peru. Situated in the Amazon rainforest basin, this territory represents the ancestral homeland of the Awajún people, one of the largest indigenous groups in the Peruvian Amazon. Geographically positioned in the northeastern part of Rioja Province, Awajún territory encompasses approximately 2,500 square kilometers of dense tropical forest, river systems, and traditional communities. The area is characterized by its rich biodiversity and serves as a cultural stronghold for the Awajún nation, who maintain their traditional language, customs, and governance structures. While exact population figures vary, the territory is home to several thousand Awajún people living in scattered communities along riverbanks and forest clearings. The territory is not formally subdivided into municipalities but consists of numerous autonomous communities that collectively manage the land according to traditional practices. This region plays a crucial role in preserving indigenous knowledge and Amazonian ecosystems, while also facing challenges related to development pressures and resource extraction. For those seeking to connect with or locate specific communities within this territory, understanding its geographical context and administrative relationships is essential for accurate communication and service delivery.