Current Date And Time In Bedesa, Ethiopia
Friday, 14 August 2026
12:06:06 EAT
Currency: Ethiopian Birr (ETB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 24,600
Explore the interactive satellite map of Bedesa, a city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Bedesa — 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 Bedesa.
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 Ethiopia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 6.8333° N | 38.0833° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 6.8333 | 38.0833 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 6° 49' 60" N | 38° 4' 60" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 6° 49.9998' N | 38° 4.9998' E |
| City | Bedesa |
| State | South Ethiopia Regional State |
| Country | Ethiopia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Time Zone | +03:00 |
| Population | 24,600 |
| Elevation | 1,356 m / 4,449 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 6.8333, 38.0833 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Bedesa 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 South Ethiopia Regional State.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dimtu | South Ethiopia Regional State | NE | 12 km | 7 mi | ~12m | 🗺 View |
| Bitana | South Ethiopia Regional State | N | 16 km | 10 mi | ~16m | 🗺 View |
| Badessa | South Ethiopia Regional State | W | 17 km | 11 mi | ~17m | 🗺 View |
| Hobicha Bada | South Ethiopia Regional State | W | 24 km | 15 mi | ~24m | 🗺 View |
| Boditi | South Ethiopia Regional State | NW | 28 km | 17 mi | ~28m | 🗺 View |
| Shanto | South Ethiopia Regional State | NW | 32 km | 20 mi | ~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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in South Ethiopia Regional State, the home state of Bedesa, along with each city's aerial distance from the state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sodo | 6.86° N | 37.7616° E | 2,045 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Arba Minch | 6.0333° N | 37.55° E | 1,269 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Dila | 6.4167° N | 38.3167° E | 1,594 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Gununo | 6.9247° N | 37.6526° E | 1,932 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Areka | 7.0667° N | 37.7° E | 1,737 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Boditi | 6.9667° N | 37.8667° E | 1,998 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Felege Neway | 6.3° N | 36.8833° E | 1,361 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Jinka | 5.65° N | 36.65° E | 1,430 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Yirga Ch’efe | 6.1667° N | 38.2° E | 1,831 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Gidole | 5.65° N | 37.3667° E | 2,102 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
Hawassa International Airport IATA: AWA 46 km (28 mi) from Bedesa |
The exact GPS location of Bedesa gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside South Ethiopia Regional State. 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 South Ethiopia Regional State state-level map data
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 Bedesa are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Bedesa 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 Ethiopia map
Bedesa sits within South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia, 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Bedesa 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 South Ethiopia Regional State. › Browse every city in South Ethiopia Regional State
Coordinates for Bedesa 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 Ethiopia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Bedesa are latitude 6.8333° and longitude 38.0833°. In directional format: 6.8333° N, 38.0833° E. These coordinates mark the center of Bedesa in South Ethiopia Regional State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Bedesa is a city in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Bedesa sits at: Latitude 6° 49' 60" N and Longitude 38° 4' 60" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Bedesa has a population of approximately 24,600 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in South Ethiopia Regional State.
The interactive satellite map of Bedesa is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 6.8333, 38.0833 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Bedesa in South Ethiopia Regional State. For broader context, explore the South Ethiopia Regional State state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Bedesa is Hawassa International Airport (AWA), roughly 46 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Bedesa sits at an elevation of approximately 1,356 meters (4,449 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for South Ethiopia Regional State.
The closest cities to Bedesa include Dimtu, Bitana, Badessa. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Bedesa, sunrise is at 06:20 AM and sunset is at 06:43 PM, giving a day length of 12h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Bedesa's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Bedesa is approximately 761 km (473 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,209 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Bedesa — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hatiheu, French Polynesia, roughly 300 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.
Bedesa is approximately 254 km (158 mi) N of Addis Ababa, the national capital of Ethiopia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
