Puerto de Cayo Postal Codes: 130312 | Jipijapa, Manabí

Key Facts

Puerto de Cayo is a coastal parish (parroquia) located within the Jipijapa canton in Manabí Province, Ecuador. Situated along the Pacific coastline in the western part of the country, this small coastal settlement lies approximately 15 kilometers southwest of the canton's main urban center, Jipijapa. As a parish-level administrative division, Puerto de Cayo represents one of the smallest official territorial units in Ecuador's administrative hierarchy, falling under the jurisdiction of its parent canton. While specific population figures for Puerto de Cayo are not widely documented, typical coastal parishes in this region generally range from a few hundred to several thousand residents, with many communities maintaining traditional fishing and agricultural livelihoods. The area's geography is characterized by its coastal positioning, featuring beaches, rocky shorelines, and proximity to the Pacific Ocean's marine ecosystems. As part of the broader administrative structure, Puerto de Cayo contains smaller populated centers and rural areas within its boundaries. For those seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for Puerto de Cayo's sub-regions and specific addresses can provide precise geographical identification within this coastal parish.

Neighboring Regions

• Pedernales
• Jipijapa
• Montecristi
• 24 de Mayo