Gualaquiza Postal Codes, Morona-Santiago Ecuador

Postal codes for Gualaquiza range from 140401 to 140407 in Morona-Santiago, Ecuador. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Gualaquiza, choose from the parishes listed below.

Parishes in Gualaquiza

Gualaquiza on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Gualaquiza 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 Gualaquiza

Key Facts

Gualaquiza is a canton located in the southeastern part of Morona-Santiago Province in Ecuador. Situated in the Amazon region, it lies in a transitional zone between the Andes mountains and the Amazon rainforest, characterized by lush vegetation, rivers, and diverse ecosystems. The canton covers an area of approximately 2,035 square kilometers and has a population of around 15,000 people, primarily comprising mestizo and indigenous Shuar communities. Gualaquiza is divided into 5 parishes: Gualaquiza (the urban center), Mercedes Molina, Amazonas, Bermejos, and Nueva Tarqui. The economy is largely based on agriculture, livestock farming, timber extraction, and ecotourism, with coffee, cocoa, and bananas being key products. The region is known for its natural attractions, including waterfalls, caves, and the Zamora River, which flows through the area. Gualaquiza serves as an important administrative and commercial hub for the surrounding rural communities, providing access to services and infrastructure. For detailed postal code information and further subdivision data for its parishes, users can explore the specific sections dedicated to each area within the canton.

Neighboring Regions

* San Juan Bosco

* Limon Indanza

* Santiago

* El Pangui

* Nangaritza

* Palanda

* Chinchipe