Gualaquiza Postal Codes: 140401 to 140407 | Morona-Santiago
Postal Codes (Códigos postales) for Gualaquiza range from 140401 to 140407 in Morona-Santiago, Ecuador. To find exact Postal Codes and postcodes within Gualaquiza, choose from the districts below.
Parishes in Gualaquiza
Sample Address Format for Gualaquiza
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Gualaquiza, Morona-Santiago, 140401
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Gualaquiza on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Gualaquiza cantons in Ecuador.
Gualaquiza Quick Facts
| Country | Ecuador (EC) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Ecuador → Morona-Santiago |
| Postal Code | 140401~140407 |
| Province | Morona-Santiago |
| ISO Codes | EC / ECU / 218 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .ec |
| Coordinates | -3.327714, -78.706485 |
| Parishes | 9 |
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