Current Date And Time In Potosí Department, Bolivia
Monday, 27 July 2026
14:18:52 BOT
Capital: Potosí
Currency: Bolivian Boliviano (BOB)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (BOT)
Population: 856,419
Area: 118,218.00 km²
State Code: P
Explore the interactive satellite map of Potosí Department, 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 Potosí Department — 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 Potosí Department 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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 20.6247° S | 66.9988° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -20.6247 | -66.9988 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 20° 37' 29" S | 66° 59' 56" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 20° 37.4828' S | 66° 59.9281' W |
| State / Region | Potosí Department (Departamento de Potosi) |
| Country | Bolivia |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Potosí |
| State Code | P |
| Time Zone | -04:00 |
| Districts | 16 |
| Population | 856,419 |
| Area (km²) | 118,218.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 45,644.21 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 3.40 /km² |
| Elevation | 3,662 m / 12,015 ft |
| Area Rank | #4 in Bolivia |
| Population Rank | #4 of 9 in Bolivia |
| GPS (DD) | -20.6247, -66.9988 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Potosí Department 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.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oruro | Bolivia | N | 295 km | 183 mi | ~3h 41m | 🗺 View |
| Chuquisaca Department | Bolivia | E | 305 km | 189 mi | ~3h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Tarija Department | Bolivia | E | 333 km | 207 mi | ~4h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Cochabamba | Bolivia | NE | 376 km | 233 mi | ~4h 42m | 🗺 View |
| La Paz Department | Bolivia | N | 636 km | 395 mi | ~7h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Santa Cruz Department | Bolivia | NE | 674 km | 419 mi | ~8h 26m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Potosí Department, along with each city's aerial distance from Potosí, Potosí Department's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Potosí | -19.5836° S | -65.7531° W | 3,967 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Villazón | -22.0866° S | -65.5942° W | 3,455 m | 279 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Llallagua | -18.4249° S | -66.5778° W | 3,750 m | 155 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tupiza | -21.4435° S | -65.7188° W | 2,961 m | 207 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ckochas | -19.9071° S | -64.8648° W | 3,378 m | 100 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Colchani | -20.3° S | -66.9333° W | 3,668 m | 147 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Uyuni | -20.4597° S | -66.825° W | 3,673 m | 148 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Uncía | -18.4671° S | -66.5671° W | 3,788 m | 151 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Porco | -21.053° S | -66.4302° W | 3,990 m | 178 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Betanzos | -19.5529° S | -65.454° W | 3,329 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Potosí Department 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
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 Potosí Department on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Bolivia.
The satellite view of Potosí Department 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
Potosí Department 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
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Potosí Department 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
Coordinates for Potosí Department 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
The GPS coordinates of Potosí Department are latitude -20.6247° and longitude -66.9988°. In directional format: 20.6247° S, 66.9988° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Potosí Department in Bolivia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Potosí Department is a state or administrative region of Bolivia, located in South America. Its capital city is Potosí. View the exact position of Potosí Department on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Potosí Department is at: Latitude 20° 37' 29" S and Longitude 66° 59' 56" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Potosí Department covers a total area of approximately 118,218.00 km² (45,644.21 mi²). This is roughly 10.76% of Bolivia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Potosí Department is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -20.6247, -66.9988 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Potosí Department in Bolivia. For broader context, explore the Bolivia national map or nearby states.
Today in Potosí Department, sunrise is at 06:59 AM and sunset is at 06:09 PM, giving a day length of 11h 10m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Potosí Department's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Potosí Department is approximately 2,296 km (1,427 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,980 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Potosí Department — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Xiachuan, China, roughly 122 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.
