Balao Postal Codes, Guayas Ecuador

Postal codes for Balao range from 091207 to 091208 in Guayas, Ecuador. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Balao, choose from the parishes listed below.

Parishes in Balao

Balao on the Map

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

What to Know About Balao

Key Facts

Balao is a canton located in the Guayas Province of southwestern Ecuador. Situated in the coastal region of the country, Balao lies approximately 50 kilometers northeast of Guayaquil, Ecuador's largest city and the provincial capital. This canton covers an area of about 465 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 20,000 residents according to recent estimates. Balao is administratively divided into a single urban parish, also named Balao, which serves as the cantonal seat, along with several rural parishes that encompass the surrounding agricultural lands and smaller communities. The canton's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with significant production of bananas, cocoa, coffee, and various tropical fruits that thrive in the region's warm, humid climate. Balao's landscape transitions from coastal plains to rolling hills as one moves inland, with the Babahoyo River and its tributaries providing important water resources for both agriculture and local communities. For those seeking detailed postal and administrative information about Balao's various parishes and communities, comprehensive postal code data is available through regional directory services.

Neighboring Regions

* Naranjal

* El Triunfo

* Milagro

* Yaguachi