Current Date And Time In Sila, Chad
Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:29:16 WAT
Capital: Goz Beïda
Currency: Central African CFA Franc (XAF)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 289,776
Area: 36,000.00 km²
State Code: SI
Explore the interactive satellite map of Sila, a state or administrative region of Chad, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Sila — 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 Sila in Chad.
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 Chad operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 12.1307° N | 21.2845° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 12.1307 | 21.2845 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 12° 7' 51" N | 21° 17' 4" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 12° 7.8444' N | 21° 17.0701' E |
| Population | 289,776 |
| Area (km²) | 36,000.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 13,899.67 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 3.57 /km² |
| Elevation | 614 m / 2,015 ft |
| Area Rank | #11 in Chad |
| Population Rank | #8 of 11 in Chad |
| GPS (DD) | 12.1307, 21.2845 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sila 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 Chad.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salamat | Chad | SW | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 48m | 🗺 View |
| Ouadaï | Chad | N | 155 km | 96 mi | ~1h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Guéra | Chad | W | 313 km | 194 mi | ~3h 55m | 🗺 View |
| Wadi Fira | Chad | N | 330 km | 205 mi | ~4h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Batha | Chad | NW | 369 km | 229 mi | ~4h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Moyen-Chari | Chad | SW | 408 km | 253 mi | ~5h 6m | 🗺 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 Sila, along with each city's aerial distance from Goz Beïda, Sila'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goz Beida | 12.2264° N | 21.4098° E | 567 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Am Dam | 12.7667° N | 20.4833° E | 443 m | 117 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Sila is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Chad. 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 Sila on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Chad.
The satellite view of Sila 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 Chad national map
Sila occupies a distinct geographic zone within Chad in the Africa 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 Sila 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 Chad. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Sila 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 Chad. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Sila are latitude 12.1307° and longitude 21.2845°. In directional format: 12.1307° N, 21.2845° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Sila in Chad and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Sila is a state or administrative region of Chad, located in Africa. Its capital city is Goz Beïda. View the exact position of Sila on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sila is at: Latitude 12° 7' 51" N and Longitude 21° 17' 4" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Sila covers a total area of approximately 36,000.00 km² (13,899.67 mi²). This is roughly 2.80% of Chad's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Sila is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.1307, 21.2845 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sila in Chad. For broader context, explore the Chad national map or nearby states.
Today in Sila, sunrise is at 05:19 AM and sunset is at 06:03 PM, giving a day length of 12h 44m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sila's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Sila is approximately 1,350 km (839 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 2,316 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Sila — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Tauhunu, Cook Islands, roughly 316 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.
Goz Beïda, the capital of Sila, is approximately 691 km (429 mi) W of N'Djamena, the national capital of Chad, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
