Current Date And Time In Edo State, Nigeria
Saturday, 27 June 2026
18:43:40 WAT
Capital: Benin City
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 5,500,000
Area: 17,802.00 km²
State Code: ED
Explore the interactive satellite map of Edo State, a state or administrative region of 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 Edo State — 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 Edo State in Nigeria.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 6.6342° N | 5.9304° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 6.6342 | 5.9304 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 6° 38' 3" N | 5° 55' 49" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 6° 38.051' N | 5° 55.8243' E |
| State / Region | Edo State |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Benin City |
| State Code | ED |
| Time Zone | +01:00 |
| Population | 5,500,000 |
| Area (km²) | 17,802.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,873.39 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 308.90 /km² |
| Elevation | 235 m / 773 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 6.6342, 5.9304 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Edo State 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 Nigeria.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondo State | Nigeria | 92 km | 57 mi | ~1h 9m | 🗺 View |
| Delta | Nigeria | 103 km | 64 mi | ~1h 18m | 🗺 View |
| Anambra | Nigeria | 120 km | 75 mi | ~1h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Ekiti State | Nigeria | 139 km | 86 mi | ~1h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Kogi State | Nigeria | 148 km | 92 mi | ~1h 51m | 🗺 View |
| Enugu State | Nigeria | 167 km | 104 mi | ~2h 5m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Edo State. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benin City | 1,782,000 | 6.3382° N | 5.6258° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Uromi | 108,608 | 6.7° N | 6.3333° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Auchi | 62,907 | 7.0676° N | 6.2636° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Ekpoma | 59,618 | 6.743° N | 6.1403° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Ubiaja | 21,782 | 6.6558° N | 6.3849° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Igarra | 14,647 | 7.2937° N | 6.1043° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Agenebode | 12,730 | 7.1051° N | 6.6938° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Siluko | 7,920 | 6.5359° N | 5.1601° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Illushi | 7,340 | 6.6703° N | 6.6291° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Abudu | - | 6.2949° N | 6.03° E | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Edo State is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Nigeria. 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 Edo State on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Nigeria.
The satellite view of Edo State 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 Nigeria national map
Edo State occupies a distinct geographic zone within Nigeria in the Africa 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 Edo State 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 Nigeria. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Edo State 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 Nigeria. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Edo State are latitude 6.6342° and longitude 5.9304°. In directional format: 6.6342° N, 5.9304° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Edo State in Nigeria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Edo State is a state or administrative region of Nigeria, located in Africa. Its capital city is Benin City. View the exact position of Edo State on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Edo State is at: Latitude 6° 38' 3" N and Longitude 5° 55' 49" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Edo State covers a total area of approximately 17,802.00 km² (6,873.39 mi²). This is roughly 1.93% of Nigeria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Edo State is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 6.6342, 5.9304 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Edo State in Nigeria. For broader context, explore the Nigeria national map or nearby states.
