Penipe Postal Codes, Chimborazo Ecuador
The postal code for Penipe is 060503 in Chimborazo, Ecuador. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Penipe, choose from the parishes listed below.
Parishes in Penipe
Sample Address Format for Penipe
Street Address / PO Box
Penipe, Chimborazo,
ECUADOR
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
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Penipe on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Penipe cantons in Ecuador. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Penipe Quick Facts
| Country | Ecuador (EC) |
|---|---|
| Province | Chimborazo |
| Postal Code Status | Official Codes in Use |
What to Know About Penipe
Key Facts
Penipe is a canton located in the Chimborazo Province of central Ecuador. Situated in the Andean highlands, Penipe lies approximately 25 kilometers northeast of Riobamba, the provincial capital, and occupies a strategic position along the eastern slopes of the Chimborazo volcano. The canton covers an area of approximately 270 square kilometers and has a population of around 6,500 people according to recent estimates. Penipe is administratively divided into 5 parishes: Penipe, Bilbao, El Altar, Matus, and Bayushig. The region's geography is characterized by rugged mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from 2,500 to over 5,000 meters above sea level, and it serves as an important agricultural zone known for potato cultivation and dairy farming. The area also contains parts of the Sangay National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its exceptional biodiversity and active volcanoes. For those seeking detailed location information, postal code data is available for all of Penipe's parishes and their surrounding communities through our comprehensive database.
Neighboring Regions
* Guamote
* Alausí
* Chambo
* Riobamba
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