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Charagua, Bolivia

Santa Cruz Department · Bolivia

Charagua is a small town in Santa Cruz Department, Bolivia with a population of 3,025. Elevation: 2,333 ft (711 m). Average temperature: 72°F (22°C).

Data updated June 2026

3,025 Population 6/sq mi density
2,333 ft Elevation 711 meters
72°F Avg Temperature 22°C
25.5 in Annual Rain
America / La Paz Timezone

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About Charagua

Charagua

Charagua, also referred to as Charagua Iyambae, is a town in the southern part of Bolivia where the majority of inhabitants are Guarani people. In 2015, Charagua became the first Bolivian municipality to have autonomous self-governance by the indigenous population. It is the principal village of the Cordillera province. Most inhabitants speak Guaraní.

People

Population3,025
Density6/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp72°F (22°C)
Rain25.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Population3,025
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Coordinates-19.7903°, -63.1978°
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz
Country🇧🇴 Bolivia
State / ProvinceSanta Cruz Department
Average Temperature72°F (22°C)
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Annual Precipitation25.5 inches (647 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Charagua

Charagua is a small town in Bolivia (Santa Cruz Department) with a population of 3,025. The city sits at an elevation of 2,333 feet (711 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 72°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 77°F in January to 64°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 25.5 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.

Charagua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winters average 77°F in January while summers reach 64°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 25.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 2,333 feet.

Temperature

77°F Jan (25°C) 64°F Jul (18°C)
Annual Average71.8°F
33% above Bolivia avg
January Average77°F (25°C)
July Average64°F (18°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,333 ft (711 m)
Area481.1 sq mi (1,246.2 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates-19.7903°N, 63.1978°W
TimezoneAmerica/La_Paz

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 25.5"
33% below Bolivia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.57"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.16"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

41 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M5.3 on Mar 21, 2021.

Apr 2, 2018 38 km SE of Boyuibe, Bolivia M6.8 99 km
Feb 21, 2017 41 km E of Padilla, Bolivia M6.5 93 km
Jan 14, 2016 14 km WNW of Charagua, Bolivia M6.1 14 km
Jan 27, 2014 40 km E of Padilla, Bolivia M5.6 96 km
May 12, 1995 37 km E of Padilla, Bolivia M5.4 93 km
Mar 21, 2021 34 km N of Monteagudo, Bolivia M5.3 89 km
Jun 29, 2020 44 km S of Vallegrande, Bolivia M5.1 136 km
Jul 14, 2016 44 km NNE of Monteagudo, Bolivia M5.1 81 km
Oct 15, 2013 43 km NNE of Abapó, Bolivia M5.0 143 km
Oct 16, 2009 30 km N of Abapó, Bolivia M5.0 134 km
Apr 2, 2018 26 km SSE of Boyuibe, Bolivia M5.0 97 km
Jun 29, 2020 49 km W of Abapó, Bolivia M5.0 118 km
Oct 17, 2009 33 km N of Abapó, Bolivia M4.9 136 km
Oct 15, 2013 44 km NNE of Abapó, Bolivia M4.9 143 km
Oct 21, 2013 34 km NNE of Abapó, Bolivia M4.8 135 km
Jan 10, 2000 40 km NNW of Abapó, Bolivia M4.7 141 km
Apr 19, 2014 11 km W of Abapó, Bolivia M4.7 106 km
Jul 11, 2006 22 km SE of Abapó, Bolivia M4.6 83 km
Aug 18, 2019 11 km N of Monteagudo, Bolivia M4.6 78 km
Oct 11, 2012 28 km NNW of Monteagudo, Bolivia M4.6 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 77°F (25°C) 4.5 in
February 76°F (24°C) 4.6 in Wettest
March 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in
April 71°F (21°C) 2.3 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.8 in
June 64°F (18°C) 0.5 in Coldest
July 64°F (18°C) 0.2 in Driest
August 68°F (20°C) 0.2 in
September 72°F (22°C) 0.6 in
October 76°F (24°C) 1.5 in
November 76°F (25°C) 2.4 in
December 77°F (25°C) 4.1 in Warmest

Charagua has a seasonal temperature swing of 13°F / from 64°F in June to 77°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 25.5 inches, with February being the wettest month (4.6") and July the driest (0.2").

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Colleges & Universities in Charagua

Institution Type Founded Website
Universidad Autómoma Gabriel René Moreno University - ,

Schools in Charagua

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
U.E. 21 de Abril Fe y Alegria - - - -
U.E. Carlos Laborde Pulido - - - -
U.E. 16 de Abril - - - -
U.E. 2 de Abril - - - -
UE Jacinto Roman Yavita - - - -
U.E. Moises Salces Valverde - - - -
U.E. Ierco - - - -
U.E. San Pedro Claver Fe y Alegria - - - -
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Farmers Markets in Charagua

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Mercado Municipal

Hotels in Charagua

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Residencial El Refugio
Residencial Charagua
Residencial Luismar

Restaurants in Charagua

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Restaurante Hamacas
Restaurante Maná
Restaurante Tradición

Train Stations in Charagua

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Estación Charagua

Gas Stations in Charagua

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EE.SS. Charagua

Banks in Charagua

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banco EcoFuturo
Banco Unión

Airports Near Charagua

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Camiri AirportCAMSmall Airport
Cañada Airport-Small Airport
Chacobos Airport-Small Airport
Charagua Airport-Small Airport
Cuevo Airport-Small Airport
Espino Airport-Small Airport
Itaguazurenda Airport-Small Airport
Lagunillas Airport-Small Airport
Mandeyepecua Airport-Small Airport
Saipiru Airport-Small Airport
Taquipirenda Airport-Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Charagua

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Iglesia de San Miguel de Charagua
Salon del Reino de los Testigos de Jehova

Quick Facts

Timezone
America/La_Paz
Elevation
799 m (2,622 ft)
Twinned With
Alboraia

🇧🇴 About Bolivia

Capital Sucre
Population 11,353,142
Area 1,098,580 km²
GDP (USD) $52,340,206,946
GDP per capita $4,275
HDI 0.733
Life expectancy 68.6 years
Internet users 70.2%
Urban population 70.9%
Currency BOB (Boliviano)
Languages Aymara, Guaraní, Quechua, Spanish
Calling code +591
TLD .bo
Driving side right

Public Holidays in Bolivia

12 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Año Nuevo
Feb 2 Feast of the Virgin of Candelaria Fiesta de la Virgen de Candelaria
Feb 16 Carnival Feriado por Carnaval
Feb 17 Carnival Feriado por Carnaval
Apr 3 Good Friday Viernes Santo
May 1 Labour Day Dia del trabajo
Jun 4 Corpus Christi Corpus Christi
Jun 21 Andean New Year Año Nuevo Andino
Aug 2 Agrarian Reform Day Día de la Revolución Agraria
Aug 6 Independence Day Dia de la Patria
Nov 2 All Saints' Day Todos Santos
Dec 25 Christmas Day Navidad

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Frequently Asked Questions About Charagua

What is the population of Charagua?

Charagua has a population of 3,025 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 481.1 square miles.

What is the weather like in Charagua?

Charagua has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 72°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 77°F in January, while summers reach an average of 64°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 25.5 inches.

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