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Current Date And Time In Palai, India

Friday, 14 August 2026
21:48:38 IST
State: Kerala
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (IST)
Population: 22,056
District: Kottayam

🗺 Map of Palai, Kerala, India – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Palai, a city in Kerala, India, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Palai β€” 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 Palai.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Palai, Kerala

📍 LATITUDE
9.713°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
76.683°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)9.7131° N76.6833° E
Signed Decimal Degrees9.713176.6833
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)9° 42' 47" N76° 40' 60" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)9° 42.7836' N76° 40.9986' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Palai Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:42 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:28 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Palai’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,081 km
(672 mi) • Palai is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,414 km
(5,228 mi) • Palai is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
9.713° S, 103.317° W
The point exactly opposite Palai through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Palai, you'd surface nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, about 1,678 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 Palai

📍 Location Details

CityPalai
StateKerala (Keralam)
CountryIndia
ContinentAsia
DistrictKottayam
Time Zone+05:30

📈 Area & Population

Population22,056
Elevation18 m / 59 ft
GPS (DD)9.7131, 76.6833

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Palai

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Kerala
Parent Country: India

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 22,056
🏆 State Rank: #276 of 524 most populous in Kerala
🏠 Share of Kerala Population: 0.066%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Palai 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 Kerala.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
LalamKeralaE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
PalackattumalaKeralaNW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
ErattupettaKeralaE11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
EttumanoorKeralaW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 View
EttumanurKeralaW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
VijayapuramKeralaSW19 km12 mi~19m🗺 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 Palai to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Thiruvananthapuram
140 km (87 mi)
S of Palai • ~2h 20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • New Delhi
2,103 km (1,307 mi)
N of Palai • ~35h 3m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kerala

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kanayannur9.9667° N76.2667° E1 m181 km🗺 View Map
Thiruvananthapuram8.4855° N76.9492° E18 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kochi9.9399° N76.2602° E9 m179 km🗺 View Map
Kozhikode11.248° N75.7804° E9 m333 km🗺 View Map
Kollam8.8811° N76.5847° E13 m60 km🗺 View Map
Thrissur10.5167° N76.2167° E7 m240 km🗺 View Map
Alappuzha9.49° N76.3264° E8 m131 km🗺 View Map
Palakkad10.7732° N76.6537° E87 m256 km🗺 View Map
Kanhangad12.3081° N75.1063° E19 m470 km🗺 View Map
Ponnani10.767° N75.9252° E7 m277 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Cochin International Airport
IATA: COK
58 km (36 mi) from Palai
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🌍 Palai Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Palai Matter

The exact GPS location of Palai gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Kerala. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Kerala state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Palai 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 Palai are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Palai

The satellite view of Palai 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 India map

🌎 Regional Position of Palai in Kerala

Palai sits within Kerala, India, in the Asia 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 Palai Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Palai 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 Kerala. › Browse every city in Kerala

💻 Using Palai Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Palai 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 India. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Palai Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Palai 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 Palai. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Kerala CitiesAccess the full city directory for Kerala ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Palai Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Palai?

The GPS coordinates of Palai are latitude 9.7131° and longitude 76.6833°. In directional format: 9.7131° N, 76.6833° E. These coordinates mark the center of Palai in Kerala and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Palai located?

Palai is a city in Kerala, India, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Kottayam. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Palai?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Palai sits at: Latitude 9° 42' 47" N and Longitude 76° 40' 60" E. 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 Palai?

Palai has a population of approximately 22,056 people. This is roughly 0.066% of Kerala's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kerala.

🗺 How can I view Palai on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Palai is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 9.7131, 76.6833 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Palai in Kerala. For broader context, explore the Kerala state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Palai?

The nearest airport to Palai is Cochin International Airport (COK), roughly 58 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Palai from Thiruvananthapuram?

Palai is approximately 140 km (87 mi) from Thiruvananthapuram, the capital of Kerala, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kerala.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Palai?

Palai sits at an elevation of approximately 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kerala.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Palai?

The closest cities to Palai include Lalam, Palackattumala, Erattupetta. 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 Palai today?

Today in Palai, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 06:42 PM, giving a day length of 12h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Palai's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Palai from the Equator?

Palai is approximately 1,081 km (672 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,414 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 Palai?

The antipodal point of Palai — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,678 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 Palai from New Delhi, the capital of India?

Palai is approximately 2,103 km (1,307 mi) N of New Delhi, the national capital of India, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.