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Current Date And Time In Sankera, Nigeria

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:32:51 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Ukum

🗺 Map of Sankera, Benue State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Sankera, a city in Benue 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 Sankera 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 Sankera.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Nigeria operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Sankera, Benue State

📍 LATITUDE
7.535°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
9.652°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)7.5353° N9.6522° E
Signed Decimal Degrees7.53539.6522
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)7° 32' 7" N9° 39' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)7° 32.118' N9° 39.1338' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Sankera Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:39 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:26 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Sankera’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
839 km
(521 mi) • Sankera is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,065 km
(662 mi) • Sankera is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
7.535° S, 170.348° W
The point exactly opposite Sankera through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Sankera, you'd surface nearest to Fakaofo, Tokelau, about 226 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 Sankera

📍 Location Details

CitySankera
StateBenue State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictUkum
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation208 m / 682 ft
GPS (DD)7.5353, 9.6522

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Sankera

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Benue State
Parent Country: Nigeria

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Sankera 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 Benue State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Zaki BiamBenue StateSW6 km3 mi~6m🗺 View
UkumBenue StateN6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
UgbaBenue StateW34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
TakumBenue StateSE47 km29 mi~47m🗺 View
BurukuBenue StateW50 km31 mi~50m🗺 View
Katsina-AlaBenue StateSW57 km36 mi~57m🗺 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 Sankera to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Makurdi
127 km (79 mi)
W of Sankera • ~2h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
292 km (181 mi)
NW of Sankera • ~4h 52m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Benue State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Makurdi7.7338° N8.5214° E92 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gboko7.3228° N9.0011° E226 m70 km🗺 View Map
Katsina-Ala7.1694° N9.2847° E152 m105 km🗺 View Map
Takum7.2667° N9.9833° E256 m169 km🗺 View Map
Otukpa7.1017° N7.6595° E417 m118 km🗺 View Map
Igbor7.4512° N8.6081° E212 m33 km🗺 View Map
Ugbokpo7.6532° N7.8841° E138 m71 km🗺 View Map
Boju7.3557° N7.893° E215 m81 km🗺 View Map
Zaki Biam7.5067° N9.6104° E204 m123 km🗺 View Map
Aliade7.2963° N8.4828° E161 m49 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Makurdi Airport
IATA: MDI
116 km (72 mi) from Sankera
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🌍 Sankera Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Sankera Matter

The exact GPS location of Sankera gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Benue 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Benue State state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Sankera

The satellite view of Sankera 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

🌎 Regional Position of Sankera in Benue State

Sankera sits within Benue 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Sankera Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Sankera 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 Benue State. › Browse every city in Benue State

💻 Using Sankera Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Sankera 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

📊 How to Use Sankera Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Sankera Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Sankera?

The GPS coordinates of Sankera are latitude 7.5353° and longitude 9.6522°. In directional format: 7.5353° N, 9.6522° E. These coordinates mark the center of Sankera in Benue State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Sankera located?

Sankera is a city in Benue State, Nigeria, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Ukum. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Sankera?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Sankera sits at: Latitude 7° 32' 7" N and Longitude 9° 39' 8" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Sankera on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Sankera is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 7.5353, 9.6522 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Sankera in Benue State. For broader context, explore the Benue State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Sankera?

The nearest airport to Sankera is Makurdi Airport (MDI), roughly 116 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Sankera from Makurdi?

Sankera is approximately 127 km (79 mi) from Makurdi, the capital of Benue State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Benue State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Sankera?

Sankera sits at an elevation of approximately 208 meters (682 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Benue State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Sankera?

The closest cities to Sankera include Zaki Biam, Ukum, Ugba. 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 Sankera today?

Today in Sankera, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 06:39 PM, giving a day length of 12h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Sankera's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Sankera from the Equator?

Sankera is approximately 839 km (521 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,065 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 Sankera?

The antipodal point of Sankera — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Fakaofo, Tokelau, roughly 226 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 Sankera from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Sankera is approximately 292 km (181 mi) NW of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.