San Javier de Cachavi Postal Codes: 080503 | San Lorenzo, Esmeraldas

Key Facts

San Javier de Cachaví is a rural parish located in the San Lorenzo canton of Esmeraldas Province, Ecuador. Situated in the northwestern region of Ecuador near the Colombian border, this parish occupies a strategic position within the larger Esmeraldas coastal province, known for its lush tropical landscapes and Afro-Ecuadorian cultural heritage. While specific population data for San Javier de Cachaví is limited, rural parishes in this region typically range from several hundred to a few thousand inhabitants, with the area covering approximately 50-100 square kilometers of predominantly agricultural and forested terrain. The parish is administratively divided into several smaller communities and settlements that dot its landscape. As part of Ecuador's third-level administrative division, San Javier de Cachaví falls under the jurisdiction of San Lorenzo canton, which itself contains multiple parishes serving as the fundamental building blocks of local governance and community organization. This location represents an important rural administrative unit where residents can access essential postal services and municipal information specific to their local area and surrounding communities.

Neighboring Regions

• La Tola
• Borbón
• Mataje
• Tambillo