Pichincha Postal Codes: 170101 to 171204

Key Facts

Pichincha is a province located in the northern highlands of Ecuador, serving as one of the country's 24 provinces. Situated in the northwestern part of the Andean region, it encompasses the capital city of Quito, which also functions as the provincial capital. With an approximate area of 9,692 square kilometers, Pichincha is one of Ecuador's most densely populated provinces, housing over 3 million residents according to recent estimates. The province is divided into 8 cantons, including Quito, Rumiñahui, Mejía, and others, each with their own municipal governments and administrative structures. Geographically diverse, Pichincha features the iconic Pichincha volcano complex, fertile valleys, and extends from high-altitude páramo ecosystems to subtropical western slopes. As the political and economic heartland of Ecuador, this province contains numerous government institutions, commercial centers, and cultural landmarks while maintaining significant agricultural production in its rural areas. For comprehensive postal code information and detailed administrative data about Pichincha's cantons and parishes, our platform provides complete access to all necessary location details.

Neighboring Regions

• Imbabura
• Santo Domingo de los Tsáchilas
• Cotopaxi
• Esmeraldas
• Manabí