Puela Postal Codes, Penipe, Chimborazo Ecuador

The postal code for Puela is 060503 in Chimborazo, Penipe, Ecuador. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Puela.

Puela on the Map

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

What to Know About Puela

Key Facts

Puela is a rural parish located in Penipe Canton within Chimborazo Province, Ecuador. Situated in the central highlands region of the country, Puela lies in the Andean highlands at elevations typically ranging from 2,800 to 3,500 meters above sea level. This parish covers approximately 45 square kilometers and has a population of around 1,200 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture and livestock farming. The landscape is characterized by mountainous terrain, with the nearby Chimborazo volcano influencing the local climate and geography. Puela is administratively divided into several smaller communities and sectors that form the parish's territorial organization. The area maintains strong indigenous traditions, particularly of the Puruhá people, who have inhabited this region for centuries. Local agriculture focuses on potatoes, corn, and barley cultivation, while dairy farming represents another important economic activity. The parish serves as an important administrative center for the surrounding rural communities, providing basic services and governance at the local level. For those seeking detailed postal code information and addressing specifics for Puela's various sectors and communities, comprehensive data is available through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

* El Altar

* Matus

* Bayushig

* Pungalá