Uchiza Population 2026
Uchiza has a population of 17,742, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇵🇪 Peru, located in San Martín Department. Roughly 0.1% of Peru's population lives here. It is about 436× smaller than Lima, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,742
Rank in Peru
#117
Coordinates
8.46°S, 76.46°W
~563 m elevation · America/Lima
Distance to capital (Lima)
403 km
250 miles, straight line
Other big cities in San Martín Department
Cities near Uchiza
- Tocache29,029 people · ~31 km away
- Tingo María53,177 people · ~106 km away
- Aguaytía18,318 people · ~123 km away
- Juanjuí37,715 people · ~146 km away
- Bellavista15,231 people · ~157 km away
- Huánuco196,627 people · ~165 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Uchiza?
Uchiza has a population of 17,742 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in Peru.
What region is Uchiza in?
Uchiza is located in San Martín Department, Peru.
Is Uchiza the capital of Peru?
No, the capital of Peru is Lima, about 403 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.