Villanueva de la Jara Postal Codes, Manchuela conquense, Cuenca, Castilla-La Mancha Spain

Postal codes for Villanueva de la Jara range from 16211 to 16234 in Castilla-La Mancha, Cuenca, Manchuela conquense, Spain. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Villanueva de la Jara.

Villanueva de la Jara on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Villanueva de la Jara municipalities in Spain. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Villanueva de la Jara

Key Facts

Villanueva de la Jara is a municipality located in the Manchuela conquense comarca of the Cuenca province, within the autonomous community of Castilla-La Mancha, Spain. Situated in the southwestern part of the province, it lies within the broader historical and geographical region of La Mancha. The municipality covers an area of approximately 156 square kilometers and has a population of around 2,300 residents. Villanueva de la Jara is administratively divided into the main town and several smaller villages and hamlets, including Casas de Benítez and Casas de Fernando Alonso. The town's economy has traditionally been based on agriculture, particularly the cultivation of grapes, olives, and cereals, with wine production being a significant activity in the region. Historically, it gained importance during the Middle Ages and was granted the title of 'villa' (town) by King Alfonso X in the 13th century, which is reflected in its name. The town features notable architectural landmarks such as the Church of La Asunción, built between the 16th and 18th centuries, and several Renaissance and Baroque-style mansions. Its location in the Manchuela region, known for its vineyards and natural landscapes, makes it part of the Ruta del Vino de La Manchuela wine route. For detailed postal code information and further subdivision data for Villanueva de la Jara and its surrounding areas, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-based queries.

Neighboring Regions

* Casas de Benítez

* Casas de Fernando Alonso

* Casas de Haro

* Casas de los Pinos

* El Picazo

* Iniesta

* Ledaña

* Madrigueras

* Motilla del Palancar

* Quintanar del Rey

* San Clemente

* Villagarcía del Llano