Colón Eloy del María Postal Codes: 080202 | Eloy Alfaro, Esmeraldas

Key Facts

Colón Eloy del María is a parish (parroquia) within the Eloy Alfaro canton of Esmeraldas Province in northwestern Ecuador. Located in the northern coastal region of Ecuador near the Colombian border, this parish sits within one of Ecuador's most biodiverse and culturally rich areas, characterized by lush tropical rainforests, river systems, and coastal ecosystems. The parish covers approximately 150 square kilometers and serves as home to around 8,000 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture, fishing, and small-scale commerce. As part of the Eloy Alfaro canton, Colón Eloy del María is divided into several smaller communities and sectors that maintain the distinctive Afro-Ecuadorian cultural traditions prevalent throughout the region. The area's economy benefits from its proximity to both agricultural lands and coastal resources, with banana, cocoa, and palm oil cultivation being significant activities. This parish represents an important administrative unit within Ecuador's territorial organization, facilitating local governance and community development initiatives. For those seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for Colón Eloy del María and its constituent communities provides essential navigation and addressing capabilities throughout this vibrant Ecuadorian parish.

Neighboring Regions

• San José de Cayapas
• Borbón
• Telembí
• Luis Vargas Torres
• Muisne