Chumblín Postal Codes: 010302 | San Fernando, Azuay

Key Facts

Chumblín is a rural parish located within the San Fernando canton of Azuay Province in southern Ecuador. Situated in the Andean highlands, this small administrative division lies in the mountainous terrain characteristic of Ecuador's southern sierra region, positioned within the broader context of the San Fernando canton which forms part of Azuay's administrative structure. As a parish-level entity, Chumblín represents one of the smallest administrative units in Ecuador's territorial organization, typically encompassing several small communities and rural settlements. While specific population figures for Chumblín are not widely documented, parishes at this level in rural Ecuadorian highlands typically support populations ranging from a few hundred to several thousand residents, with economies primarily based on agriculture, livestock raising, and local commerce. The parish is administratively divided into smaller populated centers and communities that fall under its jurisdiction, maintaining the traditional parish structure that has characterized Ecuador's local governance for generations. Visitors and residents seeking detailed information about Chumblín's specific communities can access comprehensive postal code data and location details for all sub-regions within this parish through our specialized geographic information services.