Tosagua Postal Codes: 131103 to 131205 | Manabí

Key Facts

Tosagua is a canton located in the northern part of Manabí Province in western Ecuador. Positioned along the Pacific coast region, this administrative division sits approximately 60 kilometers northeast of the provincial capital Portoviejo and occupies a strategic location in the fertile valley of the Carrizal River. With an area of approximately 377 square kilometers, Tosagua serves as an important agricultural and commercial hub for the surrounding rural communities. The canton is divided into 5 parishes: Tosagua (the urban center), Bachillero, Cadillo, Ángel Pedro Giler (La Estancilla), and General Eloy Alfaro. According to recent census data, the canton has a population of around 40,000 residents who primarily engage in farming, livestock raising, and commerce. The region's economy is heavily dependent on agricultural production, particularly rice, corn, bananas, and various tropical fruits that thrive in the area's warm, humid climate. Tosagua's geographical position makes it a natural crossroads between coastal and inland communities, facilitating trade and transportation throughout northern Manabí. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Tosagua's parishes and surrounding areas, comprehensive resources are available through regional postal services.

Neighboring Regions

• Chone
• Sucre
• Bolívar
• Rocafuerte
• 24 de Mayo