| San Benito | |
|---|---|
| — District — | |
| Country | Peru |
| Region | Cajamarca |
| Province | Contumazá |
| Founded | November 19, 1888 |
| Capital | San Benito |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | |
| Area | |
| • Total | 486.55 km2 (187.9 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,370 m (4,495 ft) |
| Population (2005 census) | |
| • Total | 3,613 |
| • Density | 7.4/km2 (19.2/sq mi) |
| Time zone | PET (UTC-5) |
| UBIGEO | 060505 |
San Benito District is one of eight districts of the province Contumazá in Peru.[1]