Poaló Postal Codes: 050111 | Latacunga, Cotopaxi

Key Facts

Poaló is a rural parish located in the Latacunga Canton of Cotopaxi Province, Ecuador. Situated in the central highlands region of the country, Poaló lies within the Andean corridor approximately 90 kilometers south of Quito. This high-altitude community is positioned in the shadow of the Cotopaxi volcano, one of the world's highest active volcanoes, which dominates the local landscape and influences the area's climate and agricultural patterns. The parish covers approximately 45 square kilometers and has a population of around 2,500 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock farming, and small-scale commerce. Poaló is characterized by its traditional Andean culture and maintains strong indigenous influences in its customs and community organization. The area experiences a cool, temperate climate typical of the Ecuadorian highlands, with temperatures ranging from 8°C to 18°C throughout the year. As part of the Latacunga Canton's administrative structure, Poaló represents one of the fundamental territorial units for local governance and community development. To access detailed postal code information and administrative data for Poaló and its surrounding areas, visitors can utilize our comprehensive location database.

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