Pucará Postal Codes, Azuay Ecuador

Postal codes for Pucará range from 010304 to 010306 in Azuay, Ecuador. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Pucará, choose from the parishes listed below.

Parishes in Pucará

Pucará on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Pucará cantons in Ecuador. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Pucará

Key Facts

Pucará is a canton located in the southern highlands of Azuay Province in Ecuador. Situated in the western part of the province, this administrative division covers an area of approximately 270 square kilometers and serves as an important rural center within the broader Andean region. The canton is characterized by its mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from 2,500 to 3,800 meters above sea level, and features a temperate climate typical of the Ecuadorian highlands. Pucará is divided into several parishes, including the urban center of Pucará itself and surrounding rural communities, with a population of around 10,000 residents primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock farming, and small-scale commerce. The region's economy centers on dairy production, potato cultivation, and artisanal crafts, while its cultural heritage reflects the rich indigenous traditions of the Cañari people who historically inhabited this area. As a canton, Pucará maintains its own local government and administrative structure, overseeing public services and development projects for its constituent communities. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Pucará's various parishes and settlements, comprehensive resources are available through official municipal and national geographic databases.

Neighboring Regions

* Girón

* Santa Isabel

* San Fernando

* Nabón