Jáltipan is a municipality in the Mexican state of Veracruz.

Geography

The municipality is located in the southern part of the state, about 380 km from Xalapa, the state capital. It has a surface of 331.48 km2. It is located at 17.96667°N, -94.71667°W. The municipality of Jáltipan is delimited to the north by Chinameca, to the east by Oteapan, Zaragoza, Cosoleacaque and Hidalgotitlán, and to the west by Texistepec and Soconusco. The weather in Jáltipan is warm all year with rains in summer and autumn.

Products

It produces principally maize, beans, rice, and oranges.

Culture

In February the town holds a celebration in honor of Virgen de la Candelaria, patron saint of the town.

History

The town was severely damaged during an earthquake in 1959.

Transportation

Since 22 February 2024, Jaltipan has been the site of a Tren Interoceánico station.