The province extends over 130 km from east to west and from north to south.

The province comprises two municipalities which are further subdivided into cantons.

The main language of the province is Spanish, spoken by 96%, while 59% of the population speak Quechua.

34% of the population are employed in agriculture, 11% in mining, 6% in industry, 49% in general services.

The people are predominantly indigenous citizens of Quechua descent.