Current Date And Time In Tamil Nadu, India
Saturday, 01 August 2026
20:37:23 IST
Capital: Chennai
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (IST)
Population: 72,147,030
Area: 130,058.00 km²
State Code: TN
Explore the interactive satellite map of Tamil Nadu, a state or administrative region of 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 Tamil Nadu — 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 Tamil Nadu in India.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 11.1271° N | 78.6569° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 11.1271 | 78.6569 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 11° 7' 38" N | 78° 39' 25" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 11° 7.6274' N | 78° 39.4137' E |
| Population | 72,147,030 |
| Area (km²) | 130,058.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 50,215.65 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 258.64 /km² |
| Elevation | 157 m / 516 ft |
| Area Rank | #11 in India |
| Population Rank | #6 of 35 in India |
| GPS (DD) | 11.1271, 78.6569 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tamil Nadu 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 India.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puducherry | India | NE | 155 km | 96 mi | ~1h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Kerala | India | SW | 245 km | 152 mi | ~3h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Andhra Pradesh | India | N | 545 km | 339 mi | ~6h 49m | 🗺 View |
| Karnataka | India | NW | 564 km | 351 mi | ~7h 3m | 🗺 View |
| Lakshadweep | India | W | 638 km | 397 mi | ~7h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Goa | India | NW | 675 km | 420 mi | ~8h 26m | 🗺 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 Tamil Nadu, along with each city's aerial distance from Chennai, Tamil Nadu'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai | 13.0878° N | 80.2785° E | 14 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Coimbatore | 11.0056° N | 76.9661° E | 411 m | 428 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kallakurichi | 11.7338° N | 78.9593° E | 124 m | 208 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Madurai | 9.919° N | 78.1195° E | 139 m | 424 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tirunelveli | 8.7274° N | 77.6838° E | 49 m | 562 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Teni | 10.0112° N | 77.4777° E | 300 m | 458 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tiruchirappalli | 10.8155° N | 78.6965° E | 79 m | 306 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tiruppur | 11.1154° N | 77.3546° E | 305 m | 386 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Salem | 11.6538° N | 78.1554° E | 283 m | 280 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Erode | 11.3428° N | 77.7274° E | 170 m | 338 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Tamil Nadu is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across India. 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 Tamil Nadu on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in India.
The satellite view of Tamil Nadu 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 India national map
Tamil Nadu occupies a distinct geographic zone within India in the Asia 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 Tamil Nadu 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 India. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Tamil Nadu 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 India. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Tamil Nadu are latitude 11.1271° and longitude 78.6569°. In directional format: 11.1271° N, 78.6569° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Tamil Nadu in India and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Tamil Nadu is a state or administrative region of India, located in Asia. Its capital city is Chennai. View the exact position of Tamil Nadu on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tamil Nadu is at: Latitude 11° 7' 38" N and Longitude 78° 39' 25" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Tamil Nadu covers a total area of approximately 130,058.00 km² (50,215.65 mi²). This is roughly 3.96% of India's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Tamil Nadu is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 11.1271, 78.6569 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tamil Nadu in India. For broader context, explore the India national map or nearby states.
Today in Tamil Nadu, sunrise is at 06:02 AM and sunset is at 06:41 PM, giving a day length of 12h 38m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tamil Nadu's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Tamil Nadu is approximately 1,239 km (770 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,591 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Tamil Nadu — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,610 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.
Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu, is approximately 1,756 km (1,091 mi) N of New Delhi, the national capital of India, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
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