Jacundá

Jacundá is a municipality in Pará state located in northern Brazil within the Sudeste Paraense region. It sits in an area shaped by river systems and forested landscapes that define the local geography.

Jacundá was established in 1961 as an administrative center in a developing area of the Amazon region. Its founding came during a period of settlement and infrastructure growth in Pará during the latter half of the 20th century.

The municipal government structure includes a mayor and legislative chamber, reflecting the traditional Brazilian system of local administrative organization.

The best time to visit is during the drier season when roads and pathways are more accessible. Travelers should allow time to adapt to local conditions and explore the area at a comfortable pace.

The municipality forms part of the Sudeste Paraense mesoregion, operating in the UTC−3 time zone with a Human Development Index of 0.622.

Location: Pará

Elevation above the sea: 108 m

Shares border with: Nova Ipixuna, Goianésia do Pará, Itupiranga, Novo Repartimento, Rondon do Pará

GPS coordinates: -4.45083,-49.11583

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:23