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Punata, Bolivia
Cochabamba · Bolivia
Punata is a small city in Cochabamba, Bolivia with a population of 15,194. Elevation: 8,960 ft (2,731 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Punata
Punata is the capital of Punata Province and Punata Municipality in Cochabamba Department, Bolivia. At the time of census 2012 it had a population of 19,559 inhabitants and at the census 2012 the populations rose to 28.707 inhabitants.
People from Punata and surrounding areas used to be called “Vallunos” meaning coming from the valleys of Punata and other surrounding small towns. Punata is renowned for its wonderful agricultural market held every Tuesday where people from surrounding towns and rural villages come to sell and buy.
People
Climate
| Population | 15,194 |
| Population Density | 298 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 8,960 ft (2,731 m) |
| Coordinates | -17.5423°, -65.8347° |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
| Country | 🇧🇴 Bolivia |
| State / Province | Cochabamba |
| Average Temperature | 52°F (11°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 29.1 inches (738 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.7 inches (2 cm) |
About Punata
Punata is a small city in Bolivia (Cochabamba) with a population of 15,194. The city sits at an elevation of 8,960 feet (2,731 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 29.1 inches. The timezone is America/La_Paz.
Climate in Punata
Punata has an average annual temperature of 11.7°C (53°F). The hottest month is Dec (13.4°C), the coldest is Jul (9.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 636 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below Bolivia avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 352 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 8,960 ft (2,731 m) |
| Area | 51.0 sq mi (132.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 298/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -17.5423°N, 65.8347°W |
| Timezone | America/La_Paz |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 7.2 in | Wettest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 6.4 in | |
| March | 62°F (17°C) | 4.9 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 58°F (14°C) | 0.7 in | |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| July | 51°F (10°C) | 0.5 in | Coldest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 0.8 in | |
| September | 62°F (17°C) | 1.4 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.4 in | |
| November | 66°F (19°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| December | 65°F (18°C) | 5.7 in |
Punata has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 51°F in July to 66°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 36.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (7.2") and June the driest (0.5").
Colleges & Universities in Punata
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Escuela Superior de Formación de Maestros Ismael Montes | College | 1916 | , |
Schools in Punata
31 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U.E. Jesus Lara A | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Jose Braulio Pereira | - | - | - | - |
| Colegio Mariscal Sucre | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Calama | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Litoral | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Ladislao Cabrera | - | - | - | - |
| U.E Colorados de Bolivia | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Manuel Ascencio Villarroel | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Manuel Santos Carrillo | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Josefa Manuela Gandarillas | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Libertador Simon Bolivar | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Bolivia | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. 18 de Mayo | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Dr. Andres Maria Torrico | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Pacifico Canedo | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Adela Zamudio | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Laimina Sulti | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Juana Azurduy de Padilla | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Chaqui Khocha | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Paracaya Tuti | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Papa Juan B | - | - | - | - |
| Unidad Educativa Papa Juan A | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Huasa Kjochi | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Kirusillani | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Yana Qhochi | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Wañakawa Tuti | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Gral Rene Barrientos Ortuño de La Villa | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Chirusi Kjollu | - | - | - | - |
| U.E Eduardo Avaroa | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Manuel Santos Carrillo | - | - | - | - |
| U.E. Gualberto Villarroel | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Punata
11 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZoyTV RADIO | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Eres Radio 98.5 FM | 80s, 90s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Clásica 100.3 Cochabamba | cochabamba, latin music | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| El Fin del Silencio | hardcore, hiphop | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Ritmo 97.3 FM | 80s, 90s | AAC 128 kbps | |
| Diana D 102.1 FM | 2000s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Fides Cochabamba 94.9 FM | clasicos, clásicos en español | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Quechua FM | baladas en español, ballads | MP3 | |
| Radio Fides Cochabamba | música, noticias | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio Fides Cbba | fides | MP3 96 kbps | |
| Radio San Rafael 92.5 FM | ballads, cumbia | AAC 48 kbps |
Museums in Punata
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| La Chichería Museo | ||||
| Museo Consistorial de Sacaba | ||||
| Museo de las Esculturas Jerusalen | ||||
| Museo Municipal Comunitario del Maiz |
Libraries in Punata
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biblioavión | 0.0 | |||||
| Biblioteca | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Punata
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Artesanías | |||||
| Artesanias en Cerámica | |||||
| Feria Agroecológica | |||||
| Mercado 13 de Noviembre | |||||
| Mercado Abasto | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Mercado Campesino | |||||
| Mercado Central de Punata | |||||
| Mercado Central de Sacaba | |||||
| Mercado Central de Tarata | |||||
| Mercado Central San Antonio | |||||
| Mercado Colomi | |||||
| Mercado de Arani | |||||
| Mercado de Cliza | |||||
| Mercado de Papas Colomi | |||||
| Mercado del Morro | |||||
| Mercado Municipal de Punata Evo Morales | |||||
| Mercado Villa Obrajes | |||||
| Plaza de Papas | |||||
| Plaza Mayor de Ganado |
Hotels in Punata
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Punata
3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Punata
3 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Punata
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Punata
2 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Punata
2 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Punata
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Punata
8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Punata
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Punata
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jorge Wilsterman International Airport | CBB | Large Airport |
| Aiquile Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Arampampa Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chimore Airport | CCA | Small Airport |
| Mizque Airport | - | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Punata
3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Capilla Señor de Milagros | |
| Señor de Burgos | |
| Templo San Juan Bautista |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in Bolivia
12 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Punata
What is the population of Punata?
Punata has a population of 15,194 residents and is located in Bolivia. The population density is 298 people per square mile, spread across 51.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Punata?
Punata has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 352 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 29.1 inches.