Otón Postal Codes: 171009 | Cayambe, Pichincha

Key Facts

Otón is a rural parish located in the Cayambe Canton of Pichincha Province in northern Ecuador. Situated in the Andean highlands, this parish lies approximately 70 kilometers northeast of Quito, the national capital, and occupies a strategic position within the fertile agricultural region surrounding the Cayambe volcano. With an estimated population of around 3,500 residents, Otón covers an area of approximately 45 square kilometers of predominantly rural landscape characterized by rolling hills, agricultural fields, and traditional farming communities. The parish is administratively divided into several smaller communities and sectors that maintain the rich cultural heritage of the region's indigenous and mestizo populations. As part of the Cayambe Canton, Otón benefits from its proximity to the canton's urban center while preserving its distinct rural character and traditional way of life. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with dairy farming, potato cultivation, and flower production being the main economic activities that sustain the community. Visitors to Otón can access comprehensive postal code information for all its constituent communities through our detailed regional database.

Neighboring Regions

• Ascázubi
• Cayambe
• Cangahua
• Olmedo
• Ayora