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Current Date And Time In British Indian Ocean Territory

Sunday, 26 July 2026
16:07:33 IOT
Capital: Diego Garcia
Currency: United States dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +06:00 (IOT)
Population: 3,000

🗺️ Map of British Indian Ocean Territory - Satellite View & Geographic Coordinates


Explore detailed interactive map of British Indian Ocean Territory featuring satellite imagery, geographic coordinates, regional boundaries and location intelligence. This comprehensive mapping tool provides accurate GPS positioning, territorial visualization and spatial data essential for business professionals, logistics planners, market researchers and location-based strategic decision-making.

Benefits for Professionals: Real-time satellite views • Accurate latitude/longitude coordinates • Regional state mapping • Proximity analysis • Business location intelligence • Logistics route planning • Market territory insights • Mobile-responsive interface • Strategic geographic data for regional proximity analysis and territorial divisions research

🌐 Geographic Coordinates of British Indian Ocean Territory

📍 LATITUDE
6.343°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
71.877°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)6.3432° S71.8765° E
Signed Decimal Degrees-6.343271.8765
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)6° 20' 35" S71° 52' 35" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)6° 20.5916' S71° 52.5911' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in British Indian Ocean Territory Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:23 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:14 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 51m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:19 PM
Calculated for today (26 Jul 2026) from British Indian Ocean Territory’s geographic center coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 British Indian Ocean Territory’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
706 km
(439 mi) • British Indian Ocean Territory's center is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,952 km
(4,941 mi) • British Indian Ocean Territory's center is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
6.343° N, 108.123° W
The point exactly opposite British Indian Ocean Territory's center through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from British Indian Ocean Territory, you'd surface nearest to Llano Grande, Mexico, about 1,529 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 British Indian Ocean Territory

📍 Location Details

CountryBritish Indian Ocean Territory
ContinentAsia
CapitalDiego Garcia
Country CodeIOT
Time Zone+06:00

📈 Area & Population

Population3,000
Area (km²)60.00 km²
Area (mi²)23.17 mi²
Pop. Density50.00 /km²

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Border Analysis

🗺️ Border & Territory Information

Land Borders: Island nation - No land borders
Geographic Status: 🌊 Coastal Nation

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 54,400 km² (21,004 mi²)
🟢 Land: 60.0 km² (23.2 mi²) - 0.1%
🔵 Water: 54,340 km² (20,981 mi²) - 99.9%
🌍 World Share: 0.000% of Earth's land surface
🏆 Area Rank: #232 largest country in the world
👥 Population Rank: #238 of 249 countries worldwide
🌐 Regional Rank: #50 of 51 in Asia
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🗺️ Complete Guide to British Indian Ocean Territory Map & Geographic Intelligence

📍 Understanding British Indian Ocean Territory Geography

The interactive map of British Indian Ocean Territory provides real-time satellite imagery combined with accurate geographic coordinates, enabling precise location intelligence for business professionals and strategic planners. This comprehensive mapping solution integrates territorial boundaries, regional divisions and GPS positioning data essential for logistics optimization, market territory analysis and location-based decision-making.

Geographic coordinates displayed include latitude and longitude values measured in decimal degrees, providing the exact center point of British Indian Ocean Territory's territory. These coordinates serve as critical reference data for GPS navigation systems, geographic information systems (GIS), spatial database management and location-based service development.

🎯 Business Applications of British Indian Ocean Territory Maps

  • Logistics Planning: Optimize shipping routes, warehouse locations and distribution networks across British Indian Ocean Territory
  • Market Territory Analysis: Define sales regions, analyze market coverage and identify expansion opportunities
  • Site Selection: Evaluate potential business locations using geographic intelligence and proximity data
  • Supply Chain Management: Track shipments, monitor transportation corridors and analyze delivery zones
  • Competitive Intelligence: Map competitor locations, analyze geographic market share and identify underserved areas
  • Risk Assessment: Evaluate geographic risk factors including natural hazards, political boundaries and infrastructure accessibility

🌐 Geographic Data & Coordinate Systems

The latitude and longitude coordinates presented on the British Indian Ocean Territory map utilize the WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984) standard, ensuring compatibility with GPS devices, mapping software and international mapping platforms. Coordinates are displayed in decimal degrees format for precision and universal compatibility.

📊 Geographic Data Specifications:

  • Coordinate System: WGS84 (World Geodetic System 1984)
  • Format: Decimal Degrees (DD)
  • Precision: Up to 6 decimal places for meter-level accuracy
  • Hemisphere Indicators: N/S for latitude, E/W for longitude
  • Map Projection: Mercator projection for web mapping

💡 Strategic Location Intelligence

  • Regional Proximity: Analyze neighboring countries for cross-border business opportunities and trade corridors
  • State/Province Mapping: Understand internal territorial divisions for regional market strategies
  • Distance Calculations: Measure aerial distances between locations for logistics cost estimation
  • Timezone Alignment: Coordinate operations across regions considering time differences
  • Infrastructure Mapping: Identify major cities, transportation hubs and communication networks
  • Market Density Analysis: Visualize population centers and economic activity zones

💡 Pro Tip: Use the interactive map's zoom and pan features to explore specific regions of British Indian Ocean Territory. Click on neighboring countries to quickly access their geographic data for comparative territorial analysis and regional market research!

🌟 Key Features of Our British Indian Ocean Territory Mapping Solution

  • State/Region Access: Navigate to internal territorial divisions instantly
  • Free Geographic Data: No registration or payment required
  • Professional Tool: Ideal for business logistics, market research and strategic planning
  • Cross-Referenced Data: Links to population, timezone and national symbols data
  • API Integration Ready: Coordinates compatible with all major mapping platforms

Frequently Asked Questions About British Indian Ocean Territory Maps ❓

📍 What are the exact coordinates of British Indian Ocean Territory?

The geographic center of British Indian Ocean Territory is located at approximately 6.343° S (Latitude) and 71.877° E (Longitude). These coordinates use the WGS84 datum and provide the central reference point for geographic information systems and GPS navigation.

🗺️ How can I use British Indian Ocean Territory map data for business?

Business professionals use British Indian Ocean Territory mapping data for logistics optimization, market territory analysis, site selection, supply chain management and competitive intelligence. The geographic coordinates enable precise location tracking, while the interactive map helps visualize regional markets, transportation corridors and strategic business locations across British Indian Ocean Territory.

🌍 Which countries border British Indian Ocean Territory?

You can explore countries near British Indian Ocean Territory by clicking on our Nearby Countries section. The sidebar also displays Map Of Other Countries showing neighboring nations within close geographic proximity, perfect for analyzing regional trade opportunities and cross-border business strategies.

📊 Can I see states and regions within British Indian Ocean Territory?

Yes! Visit our British Indian Ocean Territory States & Regions page to explore internal territorial divisions including provinces, states and administrative regions. This data is essential for regional market segmentation, territory management and localized business strategies within British Indian Ocean Territory.

⏰ What timezone is British Indian Ocean Territory in?

British Indian Ocean Territory operates in UTC+06:00. For detailed timezone information, current local time and daylight saving time schedules, visit our British Indian Ocean Territory Profile page. Timezone data is critical for coordinating international business operations, scheduling meetings and planning logistics across regions.

📱 Is the British Indian Ocean Territory map mobile-friendly?

Absolutely! Our British Indian Ocean Territory interactive map is fully optimized for mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. The responsive design ensures perfect viewing on all screen sizes with touch-friendly controls for zoom, pan and navigation. Access critical geographic intelligence on-the-go for field operations, sales territory management and location-based decision-making.

🔍 What other geographic data is available for British Indian Ocean Territory?

Beyond maps, we provide comprehensive data for British Indian Ocean Territory including population statistics, land area measurements, GDP/economic indicators, currency exchange rates, timezone offsets, national symbols, capital city information, ISO country codes, dialing codes, internet domains and neighboring country analysis. Visit the British Indian Ocean Territory main profile for complete business intelligence data.

📊 What does the Geographic Profile of British Indian Ocean Territory show?

The Geographic Profile section summarizes British Indian Ocean Territory's key location facts in one place — continent, capital, country code and time zone, alongside population, total area in km² and mi², population density and elevation. It's a quick-reference snapshot for researchers, students and business users who need core geographic data without digging through multiple pages.

📍 Where can I find GPS coordinates for states and cities in British Indian Ocean Territory?

Scroll down to the GPS Coordinates of Major States and GPS Coordinates of Major Cities tables on this page. Both list the largest states/provinces and cities in British Indian Ocean Territory ranked by population, with precise latitude/longitude values and direct links to each location's own satellite map — useful for routing, GIS integration and location intelligence work.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in British Indian Ocean Territory today?

Today, measured from British Indian Ocean Territory's geographic center, sunrise is at 07:23 AM and sunset is at 07:14 PM, giving a day length of 11h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above. Note that a large country may span several time zones or sunrise/sunset times depending on the region.

📍 How far is British Indian Ocean Territory from the Equator?

British Indian Ocean Territory's geographic center is approximately 706 km (439 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere, and about 7,952 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 British Indian Ocean Territory?

The antipodal point of British Indian Ocean Territory's geographic center — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's core — falls nearest to Llano Grande, Mexico, roughly 1,529 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.