Current Date And Time In West Bengal, India
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
08:51:12 IST
Capital: Kolkata
Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (IST)
Population: 91,276,115
Area: 88,752.00 km²
State Code: WB
Explore the interactive satellite map of West Bengal, 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 West Bengal — 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 West Bengal 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) | 22.9868° N | 87.855° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 22.9868 | 87.855 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 22° 59' 12" N | 87° 51' 18" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 22° 59.2054' N | 87° 51.2985' E |
| Population | 91,276,115 |
| Area (km²) | 88,752.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 34,267.32 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 320.76 /km² |
| Elevation | 45 m / 149 ft |
| Area Rank | #14 in India |
| Population Rank | #4 of 35 in India |
| GPS (DD) | 22.9868, 87.855 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from West Bengal 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jharkhand | India | W | 275 km | 171 mi | ~3h 26m | 🗺 View |
| Tripura | India | E | 396 km | 246 mi | ~4h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Bihar | India | NW | 422 km | 262 mi | ~5h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Meghalaya | India | NE | 450 km | 280 mi | ~5h 38m | 🗺 View |
| Odisha | India | SW | 480 km | 298 mi | ~6h 0m | 🗺 View |
| Sikkim | India | N | 488 km | 303 mi | ~6h 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 West Bengal, along with each city's aerial distance from Kolkata, West Bengal'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolkata | 22.5626° N | 88.363° E | 11 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Howrah | 22.5769° N | 88.3186° E | 8 m | 5 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Durgapur | 23.5158° N | 87.308° E | 100 m | 151 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Siliguri | 26.71° N | 88.4285° E | 124 m | 461 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Asansol | 23.6833° N | 86.9833° E | 119 m | 188 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bhatpara | 22.8664° N | 88.4011° E | 14 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maheshtala | 22.5086° N | 88.2532° E | 9 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Shyamnagar | 22.8333° N | 88.3667° E | 8 m | 30 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rajpur Sonarpur | 22.4382° N | 88.4321° E | 9 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Panihati | 22.6909° N | 88.374° E | 11 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of West Bengal 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 West Bengal on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in India.
The satellite view of West Bengal 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
West Bengal 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 West Bengal 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 West Bengal 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 West Bengal are latitude 22.9868° and longitude 87.855°. In directional format: 22.9868° N, 87.855° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of West Bengal in India and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
West Bengal is a state or administrative region of India, located in Asia. Its capital city is Kolkata. View the exact position of West Bengal on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, West Bengal is at: Latitude 22° 59' 12" N and Longitude 87° 51' 18" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
West Bengal covers a total area of approximately 88,752.00 km² (34,267.32 mi²). This is roughly 2.70% of India's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of West Bengal is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 22.9868, 87.855 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate West Bengal in India. For broader context, explore the India national map or nearby states.
Today in West Bengal, sunrise is at 05:12 AM and sunset is at 06:14 PM, giving a day length of 13h 1m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from West Bengal's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
West Bengal is approximately 2,559 km (1,590 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,003 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of West Bengal — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to San Juan Bautista, Chile, roughly 1,758 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.
Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal, is approximately 1,304 km (810 mi) NW 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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