Current Date And Time In South Papua, Indonesia
Wednesday, 05 August 2026
16:50:00 WIB
Capital: Merauke
Currency: Indonesian Rupiah (IDR)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (WIB)
Population: 517,623
Area: 193,275.76 km²
State Code: PS
Explore the interactive satellite map of South Papua, a state or administrative region of Indonesia, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for South Papua — 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 South Papua in Indonesia.
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 Indonesia operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 6.7606° S | 139.6911° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -6.7606 | 139.6911 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 6° 45' 38" S | 139° 41' 28" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 6° 45.6388' S | 139° 41.4682' E |
| Population | 517,623 |
| Area (km²) | 193,275.76 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 74,624.16 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 2.68 /km² |
| Elevation | 47 m / 154 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Indonesia |
| Population Rank | #38 of 38 in Indonesia |
| GPS (DD) | -6.7606, 139.6911 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from South Papua 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 Indonesia.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Papua | Indonesia | N | 294 km | 183 mi | ~3h 40m | 🗺 View |
| Central Papua | Indonesia | NW | 427 km | 266 mi | ~5h 21m | 🗺 View |
| Papua | Indonesia | N | 527 km | 327 mi | ~6h 35m | 🗺 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 South Papua, along with each city's aerial distance from Merauke, South Papua'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merauke | -8.4996° S | 140.4061° E | 8 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Agats | -5.5451° S | 138.1352° E | 4 m | 413 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kepi | -6.5246° S | 139.3222° E | 12 m | 250 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Okaba | -8.0542° S | 139.6568° E | 14 m | 96 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bade | -7.1667° S | 139.5833° E | 23 m | 174 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Eci | -6.1238° S | 139.1537° E | 12 m | 298 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Getentiri | -6.5889° S | 140.3461° E | 16 m | 213 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kimaam | -7.9851° S | 138.8469° E | 9 m | 181 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mindiptana | -5.8639° S | 140.6925° E | 46 m | 295 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Muting | -7.3076° S | 140.5578° E | 30 m | 134 km | 🗺 View Map |
| 🗺️ Map of other states |
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| 🗺 Map of West Papua |
| 🗺 Map of Southwest Papua |
| 🗺 Map of Maluku |
| 🗺 Map of North Maluku |
The precise GPS location of South Papua is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Indonesia. 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 South Papua on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Indonesia.
The satellite view of South Papua 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 Indonesia national map
South Papua occupies a distinct geographic zone within Indonesia 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 South Papua 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 Indonesia. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for South Papua 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 Indonesia. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of South Papua are latitude -6.7606° and longitude 139.6911°. In directional format: 6.7606° S, 139.6911° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of South Papua in Indonesia and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
South Papua is a state or administrative region of Indonesia, located in Asia. Its capital city is Merauke. View the exact position of South Papua on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, South Papua is at: Latitude 6° 45' 38" S and Longitude 139° 41' 28" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
South Papua covers a total area of approximately 193,275.76 km² (74,624.16 mi²). This is roughly 10.07% of Indonesia's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of South Papua is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -6.7606, 139.6911 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate South Papua in Indonesia. For broader context, explore the Indonesia national map or nearby states.
Today in South Papua, sunrise is at 03:50 AM and sunset is at 03:43 PM, giving a day length of 11h 52m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from South Papua's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
South Papua is approximately 753 km (468 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 15,442 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of South Papua — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Apicum-Açu, Brazil, roughly 1,063 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.
Merauke, the capital of South Papua, is approximately 3,709 km (2,304 mi) W of Jakarta, the national capital of Indonesia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
