Pedernales Canton, Administrative canton in Manabí Province, Ecuador
Pedernales Canton extends over 1,971 square kilometers along the northern coast of Manabí Province, containing four main parishes including the capital city Pedernales.
The canton experienced substantial population growth from 46,876 residents in 2001 to 70,408 inhabitants by 2022, marking significant demographic changes in the region.
The population composition reflects Ecuador's diversity with a mix of White, Afro-Ecuadorian, Montubio, and Mestizo communities living throughout the canton's territories.
The canton operates on UTC-5 time zone and uses the US Dollar as currency, with mobile networks providing 3G and 4G connectivity across the main populated areas.
The region maintains strong fishing and aquaculture industries while facing regular climate variations between heavy rainfall from December to May and drier periods thereafter.
Location: Manabí Province
Inception: March 31, 1992
Capital city: Pedernales
Elevation above the sea: 21 m
Website: https://pedernales.gob.ec
GPS coordinates: 0.07010,-80.05360
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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