Pelileo Population 2026
Pelileo has a population of 16,572, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇪🇨 Ecuador, located in Tungurahua Province. Roughly 0.1% of Ecuador's population lives here. It is about 168× smaller than Quito, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,572
Rank in Ecuador
#66
Coordinates
1.33°S, 78.55°W
~2,515 m elevation · America/Guayaquil
Distance to capital (Quito)
122 km
76 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tungurahua Province
| City | Population | Rank in Ecuador |
|---|---|---|
| Ambato | 387,309 | #5 |
Cities near Pelileo
FAQ
What is the population of Pelileo?
Pelileo has a population of 16,572 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Ecuador.
What region is Pelileo in?
Pelileo is located in Tungurahua Province, Ecuador.
Is Pelileo the capital of Ecuador?
No, the capital of Ecuador is Quito, about 122 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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