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Tambawel, Sokoto, Nigeria – Nigeria Flag

Current Date And Time In Tambawel, Nigeria

Friday, 14 August 2026
20:59:59 WAT
State: Sokoto
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)

🗺 Map of Tambawel, Sokoto, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Tambawel, a city in Sokoto, 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 Tambawel 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 Tambawel.

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 Tambawel, Sokoto

📍 LATITUDE
12.407°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
4.648°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)12.407° N4.6476° E
Signed Decimal Degrees12.4074.6476
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)12° 24' 25" N4° 38' 51" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)12° 24.42' N4° 38.8571' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Tambawel Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:28 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:03 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 34m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:45 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Tambawel’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,381 km
(858 mi) • Tambawel is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
505 km
(314 mi) • Tambawel is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
12.407° S, 175.352° W
The point exactly opposite Tambawel through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Tambawel, you'd surface nearest to Alele, Wallis And Futuna, about 130 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 Tambawel

📍 Location Details

CityTambawel
StateSokoto (Sokoto State)
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation259 m / 850 ft
GPS (DD)12.407, 4.6476

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Tambawel

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Tambawel 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 Sokoto.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TambuwalSokotoSW0 km0 mi~0m🗺 View
KebbeSokotoS32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
ShagariSokotoNE45 km28 mi~45m🗺 View
YaboSokotoNE53 km33 mi~53m🗺 View
BodingaSokotoNE73 km45 mi~1h 13m🗺 View
SilameSokotoN74 km46 mi~1h 14m🗺 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 Tambawel to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sokoto
97 km (61 mi)
NE of Tambawel • ~1h 37m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
485 km (301 mi)
SE of Tambawel • ~8h 5m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sokoto

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sokoto13.0627° N5.2432° E296 m0 km🗺 View Map
Tambuwal12.4059° N4.6461° E261 m98 km🗺 View Map
Gwadabawa13.3582° N5.2381° E270 m33 km🗺 View Map
Illela13.7306° N5.2978° E272 m75 km🗺 View Map
Gandi12.9636° N5.7434° E278 m55 km🗺 View Map
Wurno13.2905° N5.4237° E273 m32 km🗺 View Map
Dange12.8531° N5.3457° E344 m26 km🗺 View Map
Goronyo13.4423° N5.6723° E279 m63 km🗺 View Map
Rabah13.1226° N5.5076° E265 m29 km🗺 View Map
Binji13.2229° N4.9089° E250 m40 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport
31 km (19 mi) from Tambawel
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🌍 Tambawel Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Tambawel Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Tambawel

The satellite view of Tambawel 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 Tambawel in Sokoto

Tambawel sits within Sokoto, 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 Tambawel Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Tambawel 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 Sokoto. › Browse every city in Sokoto

💻 Using Tambawel Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Tambawel 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 Tambawel Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Tambawel Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Tambawel?

The GPS coordinates of Tambawel are latitude 12.407° and longitude 4.6476°. In directional format: 12.407° N, 4.6476° E. These coordinates mark the center of Tambawel in Sokoto and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Tambawel located?

Tambawel is a city in Sokoto, Nigeria, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Tambawel?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Tambawel sits at: Latitude 12° 24' 25" N and Longitude 4° 38' 51" 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 Tambawel on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Tambawel is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.407, 4.6476 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Tambawel in Sokoto. For broader context, explore the Sokoto state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Tambawel?

The nearest airport to Tambawel is Sir Ahmadu Bello International Airport, roughly 31 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Tambawel from Sokoto?

Tambawel is approximately 97 km (61 mi) from Sokoto, the capital of Sokoto, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Sokoto.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Tambawel?

Tambawel sits at an elevation of approximately 259 meters (850 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sokoto.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Tambawel?

The closest cities to Tambawel include Tambuwal, Kebbe, Shagari. 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 Tambawel today?

Today in Tambawel, sunrise is at 06:28 AM and sunset is at 07:03 PM, giving a day length of 12h 34m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Tambawel's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Tambawel from the Equator?

Tambawel is approximately 1,381 km (858 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 505 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 Tambawel?

The antipodal point of Tambawel — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Alele, Wallis And Futuna, roughly 130 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 Tambawel from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Tambawel is approximately 485 km (301 mi) SE of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.