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Taungup, Rakhine, Myanmar – Myanmar Flag

Current Date And Time In Taungup, Myanmar

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
14:41:45 MMT
State: Rakhine
Currency: Burmese Kyat (MMK)
Timezone: UTC +06:30 (MMT)
Population: 26,854
District: Thandwe District

🗺 Map of Taungup, Rakhine, Myanmar – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Taungup, a city in Rakhine, Myanmar, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Taungup 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 Taungup.

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 Myanmar operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Taungup, Rakhine

📍 LATITUDE
18.856°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
94.241°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)18.8561° N94.2408° E
Signed Decimal Degrees18.856194.2408
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)18° 51' 22" N94° 14' 27" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)18° 51.3654' N94° 14.4468' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Taungup Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:52 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:43 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 51m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:18 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Taungup’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,099 km
(1,304 mi) • Taungup is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
9,928 km
(6,169 mi) • Taungup is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
18.856° S, 85.759° W
The point exactly opposite Taungup through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Taungup, you'd surface nearest to Paracas, Peru, about 1,154 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 Taungup

📍 Location Details

CityTaungup
StateRakhine (α€›α€α€­α€―α€„α€Ία€•α€Όα€Šα€Ία€”α€šα€Ί)
CountryMyanmar
ContinentAsia
DistrictThandwe District
Time Zone+06:30

📈 Area & Population

Population26,854
Elevation5 m / 16 ft
GPS (DD)18.8561, 94.2408

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Taungup

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Rakhine
Parent Country: Myanmar

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 26,854
🏆 State Rank: #8 of 13 most populous in Rakhine
🏠 Share of Rakhine Population: 0.861%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Taungup 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 Rakhine.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
No (1) WardRakhineS45 km28 mi~45m🗺 View
NgapaliRakhineS47 km29 mi~47m🗺 View
ManaungRakhineW54 km33 mi~54m🗺 View
SaneRakhineNW67 km41 mi~1h 7m🗺 View
KyaukpyuRakhineNW96 km60 mi~1h 36m🗺 View
KyeintaliRakhineS98 km61 mi~1h 38m🗺 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 Taungup to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sittwe
201 km (125 mi)
NW of Taungup • ~3h 21m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Nay Pyi Taw
222 km (138 mi)
NE of Taungup • ~3h 42m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rakhine

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kyaukpyu19.4279° N93.5513° E4 m105 km🗺 View Map
Sittwe20.1462° N92.8984° E5 m0 km🗺 View Map
Ann19.7954° N94.0479° E26 m126 km🗺 View Map
Gwa17.5937° N94.58° E9 m334 km🗺 View Map
Buthidaung Town20.8754° N92.53° E8 m90 km🗺 View Map
Manaung18.8548° N93.7291° E9 m168 km🗺 View Map
Mrauk U20.59° N93.1906° E9 m58 km🗺 View Map
Kyeintali18.0061° N94.49° E7 m291 km🗺 View Map
Kyauktaw20.8447° N92.9753° E10 m78 km🗺 View Map
Ngapali18.4366° N94.3222° E2 m242 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Thandwe Airport
IATA: SNW
44 km (28 mi) from Taungup
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🌍 Taungup Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Taungup Matter

The exact GPS location of Taungup gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Rakhine. 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 Rakhine state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Taungup

The satellite view of Taungup 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 Myanmar map

🌎 Regional Position of Taungup in Rakhine

Taungup sits within Rakhine, Myanmar, 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 Taungup Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Taungup 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 Rakhine. › Browse every city in Rakhine

💻 Using Taungup Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Taungup 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 Myanmar. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Taungup Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Taungup Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Taungup?

The GPS coordinates of Taungup are latitude 18.8561° and longitude 94.2408°. In directional format: 18.8561° N, 94.2408° E. These coordinates mark the center of Taungup in Rakhine and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Taungup located?

Taungup is a city in Rakhine, Myanmar, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Thandwe District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Taungup?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Taungup sits at: Latitude 18° 51' 22" N and Longitude 94° 14' 27" 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 Taungup?

Taungup has a population of approximately 26,854 people. This is roughly 0.861% of Rakhine's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Rakhine.

🗺 How can I view Taungup on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Taungup is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 18.8561, 94.2408 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Taungup in Rakhine. For broader context, explore the Rakhine state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Taungup?

The nearest airport to Taungup is Thandwe Airport (SNW), roughly 44 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Taungup from Sittwe?

Taungup is approximately 201 km (125 mi) from Sittwe, the capital of Rakhine, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Rakhine.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Taungup?

Taungup sits at an elevation of approximately 5 meters (16 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Rakhine.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Taungup?

The closest cities to Taungup include No (1) Ward, Ngapali, Manaung. 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 Taungup today?

Today in Taungup, sunrise is at 05:52 AM and sunset is at 06:43 PM, giving a day length of 12h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Taungup's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Taungup from the Equator?

Taungup is approximately 2,099 km (1,304 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,928 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 Taungup?

The antipodal point of Taungup — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Paracas, Peru, roughly 1,154 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 Taungup from Nay Pyi Taw, the capital of Myanmar?

Taungup is approximately 222 km (138 mi) NE of Nay Pyi Taw, the national capital of Myanmar, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.