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Dandume, Katsina State, Nigeria – Nigeria Flag

Current Date And Time In Dandume, Nigeria

Thursday, 13 August 2026
00:36:52 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Dandume

🗺 Map of Dandume, Katsina State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Dandume, a city in Katsina 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 Dandume 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 Dandume.

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 Dandume, Katsina State

📍 LATITUDE
11.459°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
7.126°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)11.4588° N7.126° E
Signed Decimal Degrees11.45887.126
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)11° 27' 32" N7° 7' 34" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)11° 27.528' N7° 7.5612' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Dandume Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:19 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:53 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 33m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:36 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Dandume’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,276 km
(793 mi) • Dandume is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
777 km
(483 mi) • Dandume is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
11.459° S, 172.874° W
The point exactly opposite Dandume through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Dandume, you'd surface nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, about 200 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 Dandume

📍 Location Details

CityDandume
StateKatsina State (Jihar Katsina)
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictDandume
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation709 m / 2,326 ft
GPS (DD)11.4588, 7.126

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Dandume

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Dandume 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 Katsina State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
FuntuaKatsina StateE21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
FaskariKatsina StateN31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
SabuwaKatsina StateS32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
BakoriKatsina StateE34 km21 mi~34m🗺 View
DanjaKatsina StateE48 km30 mi~48m🗺 View
KankaraKatsina StateNE61 km38 mi~1h 1m🗺 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 Dandume to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Katsina
178 km (111 mi)
N of Dandume • ~2h 58m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
270 km (168 mi)
S of Dandume • ~4h 30m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Katsina State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Katsina12.9908° N7.6018° E519 m0 km🗺 View Map
Funtua11.5235° N7.3117° E709 m166 km🗺 View Map
Malumfashi11.7894° N7.6206° E618 m134 km🗺 View Map
Daura13.033° N8.3235° E475 m78 km🗺 View Map
Jibia13.0938° N7.2262° E409 m42 km🗺 View Map
Runka12.4479° N7.3092° E489 m68 km🗺 View Map
Bakori11.5556° N7.4242° E656 m161 km🗺 View Map
Dutsin-Ma12.4539° N7.4972° E544 m61 km🗺 View Map
Zango13.0531° N8.4857° E484 m96 km🗺 View Map
Wagini12.6878° N7.1958° E488 m55 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Kaduna International Airport
IATA: KAD
87 km (54 mi) from Dandume
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🌍 Dandume Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Dandume Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Dandume

The satellite view of Dandume 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 Dandume in Katsina State

Dandume sits within Katsina 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 Dandume Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Dandume 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 Katsina State. › Browse every city in Katsina State

💻 Using Dandume Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Dandume 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 Dandume Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Dandume Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Dandume?

The GPS coordinates of Dandume are latitude 11.4588° and longitude 7.126°. In directional format: 11.4588° N, 7.126° E. These coordinates mark the center of Dandume in Katsina State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Dandume located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Dandume?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Dandume sits at: Latitude 11° 27' 32" N and Longitude 7° 7' 34" 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 Dandume on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Dandume is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 11.4588, 7.126 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Dandume in Katsina State. For broader context, explore the Katsina State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Dandume?

The nearest airport to Dandume is Kaduna International Airport (KAD), roughly 87 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Dandume from Katsina?

Dandume is approximately 178 km (111 mi) from Katsina, the capital of Katsina State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Katsina State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Dandume?

Dandume sits at an elevation of approximately 709 meters (2,326 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Katsina State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Dandume?

The closest cities to Dandume include Funtua, Faskari, Sabuwa. 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 Dandume today?

Today in Dandume, sunrise is at 06:19 AM and sunset is at 06:53 PM, giving a day length of 12h 33m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Dandume's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Dandume from the Equator?

Dandume is approximately 1,276 km (793 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 777 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 Dandume?

The antipodal point of Dandume — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, roughly 200 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 Dandume from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Dandume is approximately 270 km (168 mi) S of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.