Current Date And Time In Central River, Gambia
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
10:12:52 GMT
Capital: Mansakonko
Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 226,018
Area: 2,894.30 km²
State Code: M
Explore the interactive satellite map of Central River, a state or administrative region of Gambia, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Central River — 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 Central River in Gambia.
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 Gambia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 13.5994° N | 14.8922° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 13.5994 | -14.8922 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 13° 35' 58" N | 14° 53' 32" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 13° 35.9668' N | 14° 53.53' W |
| State / Region | Central River |
| Country | Gambia |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Mansakonko |
| State Code | M |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Districts | 8 |
| Population | 226,018 |
| Area (km²) | 2,894.30 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,117.50 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 78.09 /km² |
| Elevation | 21 m / 70 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Gambia |
| Population Rank | #2 of 5 in Gambia |
| GPS (DD) | 13.5994, -14.8922 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Central River 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 Gambia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upper River | Gambia | E | 98 km | 61 mi | ~1h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Lower River | Gambia | W | 115 km | 71 mi | ~1h 26m | 🗺 View |
| North Bank | Gambia | W | 122 km | 76 mi | ~1h 31m | 🗺 View |
| Western | Gambia | W | 159 km | 99 mi | ~1h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Banjul | Gambia | W | 183 km | 114 mi | ~2h 17m | 🗺 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 Central River, along with each city's aerial distance from Mansakonko, Central River'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bansang | 13.4333° N | -14.65° W | 9 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Sinchu Balla | 13.6° N | -15.0333° W | 26 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Madiana | 13.5167° N | -14.5333° W | 32 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Brikama Ba | 13.5333° N | -14.9333° W | 16 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Janjanbureh | 13.5404° N | -14.7637° W | 7 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Sami | 13.5833° N | -15.2° W | 19 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Jarreng | 13.6167° N | -15.1833° W | 15 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Kuntaur | 13.6709° N | -14.8898° W | 5 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Saruja | 13.55° N | -14.9167° W | 11 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Galleh Manda | 13.4333° N | -14.7833° W | 46 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Central River is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Gambia. 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 Central River on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Gambia.
The satellite view of Central River 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 Gambia national map
Central River occupies a distinct geographic zone within Gambia 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 Central River 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 Gambia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Central River 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 Gambia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Central River are latitude 13.5994° and longitude -14.8922°. In directional format: 13.5994° N, 14.8922° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Central River in Gambia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Central River is a state or administrative region of Gambia, located in Africa. Its capital city is Mansakonko. View the exact position of Central River on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Central River is at: Latitude 13° 35' 58" N and Longitude 14° 53' 32" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Central River covers a total area of approximately 2,894.30 km² (1,117.50 mi²). This is roughly 25.61% of Gambia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Central River is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 13.5994, -14.8922 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Central River in Gambia. For broader context, explore the Gambia national map or nearby states.
Today in Central River, sunrise is at 06:45 AM and sunset is at 07:24 PM, giving a day length of 12h 39m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Central River's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Central River is approximately 1,514 km (941 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,611 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Central River — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Port-Olry, Vanuatu, roughly 266 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.
