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Chipatá, Colombia
Santander Department · Colombia
Chipatá is a small town in Santander Department, Colombia with a population of 868. Elevation: 5,817 ft (1,773 m). Average temperature: 67°F (20°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Chipatá
Chipatá is a town and municipality in the Vélez Province, part of the Santander Department in northeastern Colombia. The urban centre is situated at an altitude of 1,820 metres (5,970 ft) at a distance of 227 kilometres (141 mi) from the department capital Bucaramanga and at 237 kilometres (147 mi) from the national capital Bogotá. The municipality borders Vélez in the south and west, La Paz in the north, San Benito, Güepsa and Barbosa in the east.
People
Climate
| Population | 868 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 5,817 ft (1,773 m) |
| Coordinates | 6.0620°, -73.6372° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Santander Department |
| Average Temperature | 67°F (20°C) |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 85.2 inches (2,165 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Chipatá
Chipatá is a small town in Colombia (Santander Department) with a population of 868. The city sits at an elevation of 5,817 feet (1,773 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 67°F (20°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 69°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 85.2 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 67.3°F |
| 25% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 67°F (19°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (20°C) |
| Sunny Days | 181 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,817 ft (1,773 m) |
| Area | 376.5 sq mi (975.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 6.0620°N, 73.6372°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 67°F (19°C) | 2.5 in | Driest |
| February | 68°F (20°C) | 3.3 in | |
| March | 68°F (20°C) | 5.4 in | |
| April | 68°F (20°C) | 10.6 in | |
| May | 67°F (20°C) | 10.8 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 7.3 in | |
| July | 69°F (20°C) | 5.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 67°F (20°C) | 6.4 in | |
| September | 67°F (20°C) | 9.0 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 12.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 67°F (19°C) | 8.2 in | |
| December | 67°F (19°C) | 4.4 in |
Chipatá has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 66°F in October to 69°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 85.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (12.0") and January the driest (2.5").
Schools in Chipatá
20 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Rural Mixta Rural Mirabuenos | — | — | — | — |
| Sede Julio Obregon Bueno | — | — | — | — |
| Instituto Técnico Agropecuario Agatá | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede Puente Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Gaital sede Nueva Granada | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Puente Grande | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural San Miguel | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Rocio | — | — | — | — |
| Centro Educativo El Papayo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Batan | — | — | — | — |
| Institución de Educación Rural Santa Ma del Camino | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Chipatá Viejo | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Salitre Seco | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Tierra Negra | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural El Mulata L | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Las Cruces | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Toroba | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede Ropero | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Rural Abisinia | — | — | — | — |
| Escuela Sede Nueva Granada | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Chipatá
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2 FM | crossover, cumbia | MP3 | |
| Charalá Estéreo 103.2fm | local radio, popular | MP3 |
Museums in Chipatá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Museo del Algodón | ||||
| Museo Real de Vélez |
Libraries in Chipatá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ALCALDIA MUNICIPAL | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca CUV | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Luis Alvaro Chacón de Luna | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Municipal Alejandria | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Pública Municipal | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca Publica Tiberio Vanega Pinzón | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca San josé de Pare | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca SENA | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la cultura | 0.0 | |||||
| Casa de la Cultura Biblioteca Municipal | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Chipatá
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de Mercado | |||||
| Casa de Mercado Mi Cosecha | |||||
| Mercado bovino | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de ferias | |||||
| Plaza de Ferias | |||||
| Plaza de mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Barbosa | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado La Paz | |||||
| Plaza de Mercado Municipal | |||||
| Plaza Municipal de Mercado |
Hotels in Chipatá
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Chipatá
6 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Chipatá
4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Chipatá
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Chipatá
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Chipatá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guaraperia |
Stadiums & Teams in Chipatá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Chipatá
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Tunja Airport | — | Medium Airport |
| Alberto Lleras Camargo Airport | SOX | Small Airport |
| Barbosa Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Campo Capote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cimitarra Airport | CIM | Small Airport |
| Comuneros Airport | — | Small Airport |
| El Carmen Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Furatena Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Juan Jose Rondon Airport | RON | Small Airport |
| Muzo Airport | — | Small Airport |
| San Gil Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Zapatoca Airport | AZT | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Chipatá
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Puente Grande |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Colombia
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Chipatá
What is the population of Chipatá?
Chipatá has a population of 868 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 376.5 square miles.
What is the weather like in Chipatá?
Chipatá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F (20°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 69°F in July. The area receives 181 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 85.2 inches.