Pañacocha Postal Codes: 210404 | Shushufindi, Sucumbíos

Key Facts

Pañacocha is a parish located within the Shushufindi canton of Sucumbíos Province in northeastern Ecuador. Situated in the heart of the Ecuadorian Amazon region, Pañacocha occupies a strategic position along the banks of the Aguarico River, approximately 60 kilometers southeast of the provincial capital Lago Agrio. The parish covers an area of roughly 1,200 square kilometers and serves as an important administrative and community center for the surrounding rural settlements. Pañacocha's territory encompasses diverse Amazonian ecosystems, including tropical rainforest, riverine habitats, and wetlands that support rich biodiversity. The parish is divided into several smaller communities and sectors, with the main settlement of Pañacocha serving as the focal point for local governance and services. As part of Ecuador's administrative structure, Pañacocha represents the most localized level of government below the canton, providing essential community services and representing local interests within the broader Shushufindi canton. For residents and visitors seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for Pañacocha's various sectors and communities enables precise addressing and navigation throughout this Amazonian parish.

Neighboring Regions

• Limoncocha
• San Roque
• San Pedro de los Cofanes
• Sevilla
• Dureno