Alaques Postal Codes, Latacunga, Cotopaxi Ecuador

The postal code for Alaques is 050110 in Cotopaxi, Latacunga, Ecuador. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Alaques.

Alaques on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Alaques 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 Alaques

Key Facts

Alaques is a rural parish located in the Latacunga canton of Cotopaxi province, Ecuador. Situated in the central highlands region of the country, Alaques lies within the Andean corridor approximately 85 kilometers south of Quito, the national capital. This parish occupies a strategic position in the northern sector of Latacunga canton, characterized by its mountainous terrain and proximity to the Cotopaxi volcano, one of the world's highest active volcanoes. With an approximate population of around 2,500 residents, Alaques covers a land area of approximately 45 square kilometers, featuring a mix of agricultural lands, rural settlements, and natural landscapes typical of Ecuador's highland regions. The parish is administratively divided into several smaller communities and sectors that maintain the traditional agricultural practices of the region while adapting to modern economic activities. As part of Ecuador's parish-level administrative structure, Alaques represents the most localized level of governance, serving as the primary administrative unit for local community organization and development planning. For those seeking detailed postal code information and location-specific services, accessing the complete postal code database for Alaques and its constituent communities provides essential addressing data for this rural Andean parish.

Neighboring Regions

* Mulaló

* Guaytacama

* Pastocalle

* Poaló

* San Juan de Pastocalle