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Challapata, Bolivia
Oruro · Bolivia
Challapata is a small city in Oruro, Bolivia with a population of 8,016. Elevation: 12,244 ft (3,732 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Challapata
Challapata is the capital of the Eduardo Abaroa Province as well as of the Challapata Municipality in the Oruro Department in Bolivia. It lies at an altitude of 3,738 m above sea level on the edge of the 250-acre (1.0 km2) flood plain of the river on the east bank of the Tacagua Poopó Lake. Challapata is located half way of the road and railway connection from Oruro to Potosí, about 130 kilometers from both cities. Directly southeast of the city rises the Cerro Azanaques, with 5102 m the highest peak in the Azanaques Mountain Range (Cordillera de Azanaques).
People
Climate
| Population | 8,016 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 12,244 ft (3,732 m) |
| Coordinates | -18.9021°, -66.7705° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Oruro |
| Average Temperature | 47°F (8°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 12.8 inches (324 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Challapata
Challapata is a small city in Bolivia (Oruro) with a population of 8,016. The city sits at an elevation of 12,244 feet (3,732 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 39°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 12.8 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 46.6°F |
| 14% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| Sunny Days | 313 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 12,244 ft (3,732 m) |
| Area | 1,670.1 sq mi (4,325.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -18.9021°N, 66.7705°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Jayu Khota, Laguna (93 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Jayu Khota, Laguna | Maar(s) | 3,650 m (11,975 ft) | Unknown | 93 km |
| Jatun Mundo Quri Warani | Lava dome(s) | 5,438 m (17,841 ft) | Unknown | 102 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
| February | 51°F (11°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | |
| April | 48°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| May | 43°F (6°C) | 0.2 in | |
| June | 39°F (4°C) | 0.1 in | |
| July | 39°F (4°C) | 0.0 in | Coldest, Driest |
| August | 41°F (5°C) | 0.1 in | |
| September | 44°F (7°C) | 0.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 0.3 in | |
| November | 51°F (11°C) | 0.8 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
Challapata has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 39°F in July to 52°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 12.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").
Schools in Challapata
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Gualberto Villarroel | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Juan Evo Morales Ayma | - | - | - | - |
Hotels in Challapata
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Challapata
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Challapata
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Challapata
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Challapata
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Challapata
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Challapata
4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Challapata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Challapata
4 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Collpani Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Copaquilla Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Estalsa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Salinas Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Challapata
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| IDP SUD |
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Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
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What is the population of Challapata?
Challapata has a population of 8,016 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,670.1 square miles.
What is the weather like in Challapata?
Challapata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 39°F in July. The area receives 313 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 12.8 inches.