Open Government, Peru
APIPeru’s official open government data API for public sector datasets
Overview
The Open Government Peru API grants programmatic access to Peru’s official open data across sectors like health, education, economy, and public services. It offers RESTful endpoints to retrieve, filter, and access datasets in JSON format. Users can access metrics such as government spending, health facility locations, educational enrollment stats, and environmental data. Ideal for researchers analyzing policy impacts, developers building citizen apps (e.g., service finders), journalists investigating transparency, and NGOs monitoring social programs. It supports search and category filters, enabling integration into data visualizations or analytical tools.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://www.datosabiertos.gob.pe/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful
- JSON support
- No authentication required
- Sector-specific datasets
- Search & filter capabilities
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is Open Government Peru free to use?
Yes, the API is completely free for public use with no hidden fees or subscription requirements.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, authentication is not needed to access public datasets via the API endpoints.
? What is the response format?
Most API responses are in JSON format, while bulk dataset downloads are often available in CSV or Excel formats.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Free unlimited access
- ⊕ Verified official government data
- ⊕ Covers multiple public sectors
- ⊕ Bulk data download options
Cons
- ⊖ Potential rate limits for high-volume requests
- ⊖ Some datasets may have delayed updates
- ⊖ Primary documentation in Spanish