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Oruro, Bolivia – Bolivia Flag

Current Date And Time In Oruro, Bolivia

Monday, 31 August 2026
06:09:57 BOT
Capital: Oruro
Currency: Bolivian Boliviano (BOB)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (BOT)
Population: 570,194
Area: 53,588.00 km²
State Code: O

🗺 Map of Oruro, Bolivia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Oruro, a state or administrative region of Bolivia, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Oruro — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Oruro in Bolivia.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Bolivia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Oruro, Bolivia

📍 LATITUDE
17.973°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
67.085°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)17.9732° S67.0853° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-17.9732-67.0853
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)17° 58' 23" S67° 5' 7" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)17° 58.3912' S67° 5.117' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Oruro Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:34 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 47m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:28 PM
Calculated for today (31 Aug 2026) from Oruro’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Oruro’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,001 km
(1,243 mi) • Oruro is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,104 km
(4,414 mi) • Oruro is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
17.973° N, 112.915° E
The point exactly opposite Oruro through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Oruro, you'd surface nearest to Sansha, China, about 140 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Oruro

📍 Location Details

State / RegionOruro (Departamento de Oruro)
CountryBolivia
ContinentSouth America
CapitalOruro
State CodeO
Time Zone-04:00
Districts16

📈 Area & Population

Population570,194
Area (km²)53,588.00 km²
Area (mi²)20,690.43 mi²
Pop. Density6.09 /km²
Elevation3,705 m / 12,155 ft
Area Rank#7 in Bolivia
Population Rank#6 of 9 in Bolivia
GPS (DD)-17.9732, -67.0853

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 53,588.00 km² (20,690.43 mi²)
🎮 Share of Bolivia: 4.88% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0360% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 6.09 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Oruro to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Bolivia.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
CochabambaBoliviaE176 km110 mi~2h 12m🗺 View
Potosí DepartmentBoliviaS295 km183 mi~3h 41m🗺 View
La Paz DepartmentBoliviaNW355 km221 mi~4h 27m🗺 View
Chuquisaca DepartmentBoliviaSE384 km239 mi~4h 48m🗺 View
Beni DepartmentBoliviaNE453 km281 mi~5h 40m🗺 View
Tarija DepartmentBoliviaSE518 km322 mi~6h 28m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Oruro

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Oruro, along with each city's aerial distance from Oruro, Oruro's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Oruro-17.9715° S-67.0932° W3,885 m0 km🗺 View Map
Huanuni-18.289° S-66.8358° W3,963 m45 km🗺 View Map
Challapata-18.9021° S-66.7705° W3,732 m109 km🗺 View Map
Machacamarca-18.1725° S-67.021° W3,728 m24 km🗺 View Map
Poopó-18.3798° S-66.969° W3,711 m47 km🗺 View Map
Totoral-18.4957° S-66.874° W3,900 m63 km🗺 View Map
Curahuara de Carangas-17.8427° S-68.4088° W3,977 m140 km🗺 View Map
Andamarca-18.7793° S-67.5075° W3,751 m100 km🗺 View Map
Cruz de Machacamarca-18.884° S-68.4199° W3,726 m173 km🗺 View Map
Huachacalla-18.793° S-68.2616° W3,753 m153 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 Oruro Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Oruro Matter

The precise GPS location of Oruro is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Bolivia. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Oruro Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Oruro on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Bolivia.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Oruro

The satellite view of Oruro helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Bolivia national map

🌎 Regional Position of Oruro in Bolivia

Oruro occupies a distinct geographic zone within Bolivia in the South America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Oruro Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Oruro for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Bolivia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using Oruro Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Oruro in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Bolivia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Oruro Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Oruro directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Oruro. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Bolivia.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Oruro with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Oruro Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Oruro?

The GPS coordinates of Oruro are latitude -17.9732° and longitude -67.0853°. In directional format: 17.9732° S, 67.0853° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Oruro in Bolivia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Oruro located?

Oruro is a state or administrative region of Bolivia, located in South America. Its capital city is Oruro. View the exact position of Oruro on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Oruro?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Oruro is at: Latitude 17° 58' 23" S and Longitude 67° 5' 7" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of Oruro?

Oruro covers a total area of approximately 53,588.00 km² (20,690.43 mi²). This is roughly 4.88% of Bolivia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view Oruro on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Oruro is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -17.9732, -67.0853 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Oruro in Bolivia. For broader context, explore the Bolivia national map or nearby states.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Oruro today?

Today in Oruro, sunrise is at 06:34 AM and sunset is at 06:22 PM, giving a day length of 11h 47m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Oruro's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Oruro from the Equator?

Oruro is approximately 2,001 km (1,243 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 7,104 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Oruro?

The antipodal point of Oruro — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sansha, China, roughly 140 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.