La Chonta Postal Codes: 190304 | Chinchipe, Zamora-Chinchipe

Key Facts

La Chonta is a parish located in the Chinchipe Canton of Zamora-Chinchipe Province in southern Ecuador. Situated in the Andean highlands region near the Peruvian border, this rural parish occupies a strategic position within the Chinchipe River basin, characterized by its mountainous terrain and rich biodiversity. With an approximate population of around 2,500 residents, La Chonta covers an area of approximately 180 square kilometers of predominantly agricultural and forested land. The parish is administratively divided into several smaller communities and settlements that dot its landscape, including the main population center that shares its name. La Chonta's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coffee, sugarcane, and various fruits being the main crops cultivated by local farmers in the fertile valleys and slopes. The region's elevation, ranging from 800 to 1,800 meters above sea level, creates diverse microclimates that support both tropical and subtropical vegetation. As part of the broader Chinchipe Canton, La Chonta benefits from the canton's infrastructure while maintaining its distinct rural character and traditional way of life. For residents and visitors seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for La Chonta's various communities and settlements provides essential navigation and administrative support throughout this picturesque Ecuadorian parish.

Neighboring Regions

• Zumba
• Chito
• El Chorro
• Pucapamba