Colombia

Q: In what language are the data and documentation provided?

The dataset is provided in the official Spanish language (e.g., "ANTIOQUIA", "MEDELLIN") to ensure full compliance with the national addressing system defined by Servicios Postales Nacionales. However, a comprehensive user guide in English is included with the purchase, providing detailed translations and technical definitions for every field.

Q: What is the difference between the 'barrios' and 'veredas' columns?

These two columns represent the primary subdivisions of a municipality, but they apply to different areas:
· barrios: Refers to Urban Neighborhoods (e.g., "LA FLORESTA" in Medellín).
· veredas: Refers to Rural Settlements or villages (e.g., "LA PRIMAVERA" in Entrerríos). Depending on whether the address is urban or rural, one of these fields will typically be populated while the other may be empty. You should check both columns to find the specific locality.

Q: How is the 6-digit postal code structured?

The Colombian postal code is a hierarchical 6-digit number (e.g., 050032):
· First 2 digits: Department Code (e.g., 05 for Antioquia).
· Next 3 digits: Postal Zone (which often correlates with the municipality).
· Last 1 digit: Sector/Limit.

Q: Does the dataset cover the entire country?

Yes. The dataset contains over 22,000 records, covering all 32 departments and the Capital District. It includes granular data for both major cities (like Bogotá, Medellín, Cali) and smaller rural municipalities.

Q: What file formats are included in the delivery?

The package includes CSV, Excel (.xlsx), and TXT formats. All files are encoded in UTF-8 to strictly preserve Spanish characters (e.g., ñ, á, é, í, ó, ú) found in names like "San Sebastián" or "Cristóbal".

Q: Is this a one-time purchase or a subscription?

This is a one-time purchase. The license grants perpetual use for internal business purposes with no recurring fees.

Q: What is the refund policy?

Due to the digital nature of the product, all sales are final and non-refundable. We recommend downloading the Free Sample to inspect how the `barrios` and `veredas` columns are structured for your specific areas of interest before purchasing.

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