Current Date And Time In Boaco Department, Nicaragua
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
14:46:31 CST
Capital: Boaco
Currency: Nicaraguan Cordoba (NIO)
Timezone: UTC -06:00 (CST)
Population: 186,284
Area: 4,177.00 km²
State Code: BO
Explore the interactive satellite map of Boaco Department, a state or administrative region of Nicaragua, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Boaco Department — 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 Boaco Department in Nicaragua.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Nicaragua operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 12.4927° N | 85.52° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 12.4927 | -85.52 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 12° 29' 34" N | 85° 31' 12" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 12° 29.5634' N | 85° 31.2014' W |
| State / Region | Boaco Department (Boaco) |
| Country | Nicaragua |
| Continent | North America |
| Capital | Boaco |
| State Code | BO |
| Time Zone | -06:00 |
| Districts | 6 |
| Population | 186,284 |
| Area (km²) | 4,177.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 1,612.75 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 18.75 /km² |
| Elevation | 458 m / 1,503 ft |
| Area Rank | #9 in Nicaragua |
| Population Rank | #14 of 17 in Nicaragua |
| GPS (DD) | 12.4927, -85.52 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Boaco Department 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 Nicaragua.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matagalpa Department | Nicaragua | N | 52 km | 32 mi | ~39m | 🗺 View |
| Chontales Department | Nicaragua | SE | 55 km | 34 mi | ~41m | 🗺 View |
| Masaya Department | Nicaragua | SW | 73 km | 45 mi | ~55m | 🗺 View |
| Granada Department | Nicaragua | SW | 90 km | 56 mi | ~1h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Managua Department | Nicaragua | W | 99 km | 62 mi | ~1h 14m | 🗺 View |
| León Department | Nicaragua | W | 109 km | 67 mi | ~1h 21m | 🗺 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 Boaco Department, along with each city's aerial distance from Boaco, Boaco Department'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boaco | 12.4726° N | -85.6596° W | 335 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Camoapa | 12.3838° N | -85.5128° W | 530 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San Lorenzo | 12.3783° N | -85.6665° W | 340 m | 11 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Teustepe | 12.4203° N | -85.798° W | 163 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San José de los Remates | 12.5975° N | -85.7617° W | 678 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Santa Lucía | 12.5326° N | -85.7107° W | 553 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Boaco Department is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Nicaragua. 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 Boaco Department on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Nicaragua.
The satellite view of Boaco Department 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 Nicaragua national map
Boaco Department occupies a distinct geographic zone within Nicaragua in the North America 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 Boaco Department 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 Nicaragua. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Boaco Department 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 Nicaragua. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Boaco Department are latitude 12.4927° and longitude -85.52°. In directional format: 12.4927° N, 85.52° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Boaco Department in Nicaragua and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Boaco Department is a state or administrative region of Nicaragua, located in North America. Its capital city is Boaco. View the exact position of Boaco Department on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Boaco Department is at: Latitude 12° 29' 34" N and Longitude 85° 31' 12" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Boaco Department covers a total area of approximately 4,177.00 km² (1,612.75 mi²). This is roughly 3.23% of Nicaragua's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Boaco Department is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.4927, -85.52 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Boaco Department in Nicaragua. For broader context, explore the Nicaragua national map or nearby states.
Today in Boaco Department, sunrise is at 05:29 AM and sunset is at 06:05 PM, giving a day length of 12h 36m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Boaco Department's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Boaco Department is approximately 1,391 km (864 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 9,295 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Boaco Department — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Manna, Indonesia, roughly 1,286 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.
