Perucho Postal Codes: 170313 to 170316 | Quito, Pichincha

Key Facts

Perucho is a rural parish located in the northwestern part of Quito Canton, within Pichincha Province, Ecuador. Situated approximately 45 kilometers northwest of Quito's city center, this small administrative division occupies a strategic position in the Andean highlands at an elevation of around 2,800 meters above sea level. The parish covers an area of approximately 35 square kilometers and maintains a modest population of roughly 2,500 residents, primarily engaged in agriculture and small-scale farming. Perucho is administratively divided into several smaller communities and sectors, including its central settlement and surrounding rural areas that maintain the traditional character of Ecuador's highland parishes. The region features a temperate mountain climate and is known for its agricultural production, particularly of potatoes, corn, and various Andean tubers that thrive in the volcanic soils of the region. As one of Quito Canton's rural parishes, Perucho represents an important component of the metropolitan area's agricultural hinterland while preserving its distinct rural identity. For residents and visitors seeking to navigate this area, accessing accurate postal code information for Perucho's various sectors and communities is essential for mail delivery and local services.

Neighboring Regions

• Checa
• Atahualpa
• Gualea
• Puéllaro