The region includes the districts of Juxtlahuaca, Silacayoapam, Huajuapan, Coixtlahuaca, Teposcolula, Tlaxiaco and Nochixtlán.

The Mixteca produce diverse handicrafts including cups, masks, cotton and wool textiles such as towels, blankets, blouses, bags, belts, petticoats, embroidered shirts, cotton and wool shawls, reed baskets, furniture, candles, ceramics of different clays for different purposes, saddlery, rockets, knives, iron, grinding stones, brooms and fine palm hats.

Men are involved in blacksmithing, carpentry, cutlery and harness making, working at home.

Because of its importance in the regional economy, the craftsmanship of palm products deserves a special reference.

Judicial offices are held by the trustees and mayors, who serve as prosecutors and judges.