Puyango Postal Codes, Loja Ecuador

Postal codes for Puyango range from 110405 to 110407 in Loja, Ecuador. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Puyango, choose from the parishes listed below.

Parishes in Puyango

Puyango on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Puyango 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 Puyango

Key Facts

Puyango is a canton located in the southern part of Loja Province in Ecuador. Situated in the southwestern region of the country, Puyango lies near the border with Peru and encompasses diverse terrain ranging from Andean highlands to subtropical lowlands. The canton covers approximately 634 square kilometers and has a population of around 15,000 residents according to recent estimates. Puyango is administratively divided into 3 parishes: El Arenal, El Limo, and Mercadillo, each with its own distinct characteristics and communities. The region is particularly notable for the Puyango Petrified Forest, one of the largest petrified forests in the world, which contains fossilized trees dating back millions of years and serves as a significant paleontological and tourist attraction. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coffee, sugarcane, and various fruits being important crops, along with some mining activities and growing ecotourism. Puyango's strategic location along the Ecuador-Peru border has historically made it an important cross-border trade and cultural exchange point. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Puyango's parishes and surrounding areas, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and location-based services throughout this unique border region.

Neighboring Regions

* Zapotillo

* Celica

* Pindal

* Alamor