Current Date And Time In Arochukwu, Nigeria
Thursday, 13 August 2026
04:28:58 WAT
State: Abia State
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 10,776
District: Arochukwu
Explore the interactive satellite map of Arochukwu, a city in Abia State, Nigeria, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Arochukwu — 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 Arochukwu.
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| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.3894° N | 7.9124° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.3894 | 7.9124 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 23' 22" N | 7° 54' 44" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 23.3646' N | 7° 54.741' E |
| City | Arochukwu |
| State | Abia State (Abia) |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Continent | Africa |
| District | Arochukwu |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Population | 10,776 |
| Elevation | 82 m / 269 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 5.3894, 7.9124 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Arochukwu 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 Abia State.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohafia-Ifigh | Abia State | NW | 27 km | 17 mi | ~27m | 🗺 View |
| Ebem Ohafia | Abia State | N | 28 km | 18 mi | ~28m | 🗺 View |
| Bende | Abia State | NW | 36 km | 22 mi | ~36m | 🗺 View |
| Isiala Oboro | Abia State | W | 38 km | 24 mi | ~38m | 🗺 View |
| Amaigbo | Abia State | N | 45 km | 28 mi | ~45m | 🗺 View |
| Umuahia | Abia State | W | 49 km | 30 mi | ~49m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Abia State, the home state of Arochukwu, along with each city's aerial distance from Umuahia, Abia State's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aba | 5.1066° N | 7.3667° E | 64 m | 49 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Umuahia | 5.5249° N | 7.4946° E | 148 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Amaigbo | 5.7892° N | 7.8383° E | 84 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bende | 5.5587° N | 7.6336° E | 123 m | 16 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ohafia-Ifigh | 5.6146° N | 7.8119° E | 124 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Akwete | 4.8869° N | 7.3569° E | 16 m | 73 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Apumiri | 5.514° N | 7.4476° E | 150 m | 5 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ebem Ohafia | 5.6311° N | 7.8302° E | 172 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Isiala Oboro | 5.4063° N | 7.5682° E | 141 m | 15 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mbalano | 5.7343° N | 7.5024° E | 223 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
Akwa Ibom International Airport IATA: QUO 61 km (38 mi) from Arochukwu |
The exact GPS location of Arochukwu gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Abia State. 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 — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Abia State state-level map data
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 Arochukwu are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Arochukwu 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 Nigeria map
Arochukwu sits within Abia State, Nigeria, in the Africa 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Arochukwu 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 Abia State. › Browse every city in Abia State
Coordinates for Arochukwu 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 Nigeria. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Arochukwu are latitude 5.3894° and longitude 7.9124°. In directional format: 5.3894° N, 7.9124° E. These coordinates mark the center of Arochukwu in Abia State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Arochukwu is a city in Abia State, Nigeria, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Arochukwu. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Arochukwu sits at: Latitude 5° 23' 22" N and Longitude 7° 54' 44" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Arochukwu has a population of approximately 10,776 people. This is roughly 0.216% of Abia State's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Abia State.
The interactive satellite map of Arochukwu is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.3894, 7.9124 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Arochukwu in Abia State. For broader context, explore the Abia State state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Arochukwu is Akwa Ibom International Airport (QUO), roughly 61 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Arochukwu is approximately 49 km (30 mi) from Umuahia, the capital of Abia State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Abia State.
Arochukwu sits at an elevation of approximately 82 meters (269 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Abia State.
The closest cities to Arochukwu include Ohafia-Ifigh, Ebem Ohafia, Bende. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Arochukwu, sunrise is at 06:23 AM and sunset is at 06:43 PM, giving a day length of 12h 20m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Arochukwu's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Arochukwu is approximately 600 km (373 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 877 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Arochukwu — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Atafu Village, Tokelau, roughly 354 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.
Arochukwu is approximately 410 km (255 mi) N of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.
