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Gaoua, Sud-Ouest, Burkina Faso – Burkina Faso Flag

Current Date And Time In Gaoua, Burkina Faso

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
20:32:09 GMT
State: Sud-Ouest
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 45,284

🗺 Map of Gaoua, Sud-Ouest, Burkina Faso – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Gaoua, a city in Sud-Ouest, Burkina Faso, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Gaoua — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Gaoua.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Gaoua, Sud-Ouest

📍 LATITUDE
10.331°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
3.182°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)10.3314° N3.182° W
Signed Decimal Degrees10.3314-3.182
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)10° 19' 53" N3° 10' 55" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)10° 19.8822' N3° 10.9212' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Gaoua Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:02 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:33 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:17 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Gaoua’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,150 km
(715 mi) • Gaoua is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
348 km
(217 mi) • Gaoua is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
10.331° S, 176.818° E
The point exactly opposite Gaoua through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Gaoua, you'd surface nearest to Ahau, Fiji, about 242 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 Gaoua

📍 Location Details

CityGaoua
StateSud-Ouest
CountryBurkina Faso
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population45,284
Elevation337 m / 1,106 ft
GPS (DD)10.3314, -3.182

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Gaoua

Nearby Cities Found: 3 cities
Parent State: Sud-Ouest
Parent Country: Burkina Faso

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 45,284
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 4 most populous in Sud-Ouest
🏠 Share of Sud-Ouest Population: 4.965%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gaoua to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Sud-Ouest.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
BatiéSud-OuestSE58 km36 mi~58m🗺 View
DiébougouSud-OuestN71 km44 mi~1h 11m🗺 View
DanoSud-OuestN92 km57 mi~1h 32m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Gaoua to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Ouagadougou
289 km (179 mi)
NE of Gaoua • ~4h 49m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sud-Ouest

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Sud-Ouest, the home state of Gaoua, along with each city's aerial distance from Gaoua, Sud-Ouest's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Dano11.1464° N-3.0578° W285 m92 km🗺 View Map
Diébougou10.9621° N-3.2497° W290 m71 km🗺 View Map
Batié9.8833° N-2.9167° W307 m58 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bobo Dioulasso Airport
IATA: BOY
156 km (97 mi) from Gaoua
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🌍 Gaoua Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Gaoua Matter

The exact GPS location of Gaoua gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Sud-Ouest. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Sud-Ouest state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Gaoua Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Gaoua are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Gaoua

The satellite view of Gaoua lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Burkina Faso map

🌎 Regional Position of Gaoua in Sud-Ouest

Gaoua sits within Sud-Ouest, Burkina Faso, in the Africa region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Gaoua Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Gaoua for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Sud-Ouest. › Browse every city in Sud-Ouest

💻 Using Gaoua Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Gaoua 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 location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Burkina Faso. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Gaoua Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Gaoua directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Gaoua. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Sud-Ouest CitiesAccess the full city directory for Sud-Ouest ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Gaoua Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Gaoua?

The GPS coordinates of Gaoua are latitude 10.3314° and longitude -3.182°. In directional format: 10.3314° N, 3.182° W. These coordinates mark the center of Gaoua in Sud-Ouest and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Gaoua located?

Gaoua is a city in Sud-Ouest, Burkina Faso, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Gaoua?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gaoua sits at: Latitude 10° 19' 53" N and Longitude 3° 10' 55" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Gaoua?

Gaoua has a population of approximately 45,284 people. This is roughly 4.965% of Sud-Ouest's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Sud-Ouest.

🗺 How can I view Gaoua on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Gaoua is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 10.3314, -3.182 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gaoua in Sud-Ouest. For broader context, explore the Sud-Ouest state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Gaoua?

The nearest airport to Gaoua is Bobo Dioulasso Airport (BOY), roughly 156 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Gaoua?

Gaoua sits at an elevation of approximately 337 meters (1,106 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sud-Ouest.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Gaoua?

The closest cities to Gaoua include Batié, Diébougou, Dano. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

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

Today in Gaoua, sunrise is at 06:02 AM and sunset is at 06:33 PM, giving a day length of 12h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gaoua's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Gaoua from the Equator?

Gaoua is approximately 1,150 km (715 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 348 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 Gaoua?

The antipodal point of Gaoua — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Ahau, Fiji, roughly 242 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 city.

🚗 How far is Gaoua from Ouagadougou, the capital of Burkina Faso?

Gaoua is approximately 289 km (179 mi) NE of Ouagadougou, the national capital of Burkina Faso, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.