Current Date And Time In Central Department, Paraguay
Monday, 03 August 2026
08:47:55 PYT
Capital: Areguá
Currency: Paraguayan Guaraní (PYG)
Timezone: UTC -04:00 (PYT)
Population: 2,148,000
Area: 2,465.00 km²
State Code: 11
Explore the interactive satellite map of Central Department, a state or administrative region of Paraguay, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Central Department — 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 Central Department in Paraguay.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Paraguay operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 25.5628° S | 57.508° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -25.5628 | -57.508 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 25° 33' 46" S | 57° 30' 29" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 25° 33.7687' S | 57° 30.4795' W |
| State / Region | Central Department (Departamento Central) |
| Country | Paraguay |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Areguá |
| State Code | 11 |
| Time Zone | -04:00 |
| Districts | 19 |
| Population | 2,148,000 |
| Area (km²) | 2,465.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 951.74 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 871.40 /km² |
| Elevation | 89 m / 292 ft |
| Area Rank | #17 in Paraguay |
| Population Rank | #1 of 18 in Paraguay |
| GPS (DD) | -25.5628, -57.508 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Central Department 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 Paraguay.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asuncion | Paraguay | N | 34 km | 21 mi | ~25m | 🗺 View |
| Cordillera Department | Paraguay | NE | 62 km | 39 mi | ~47m | 🗺 View |
| Paraguarí | Paraguay | SE | 79 km | 49 mi | ~59m | 🗺 View |
| Guairá | Paraguay | E | 127 km | 79 mi | ~1h 35m | 🗺 View |
| Caazapá | Paraguay | SE | 134 km | 83 mi | ~1h 40m | 🗺 View |
| Misiones Department | Paraguay | S | 148 km | 92 mi | ~1h 51m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Central Department, along with each city's aerial distance from Areguá, Central Department's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Lorenzo | -25.3397° S | -57.5088° W | 119 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Capiatá | -25.3552° S | -57.4455° W | 130 m | 8 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lambaré | -25.3468° S | -57.6065° W | 119 m | 23 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Fernando de la Mora | -25.3386° S | -57.5217° W | 131 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Limpio | -25.1661° S | -57.4856° W | 74 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nemby | -25.3949° S | -57.5357° W | 109 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mariano Roque Alonso | -25.2079° S | -57.532° W | 80 m | 19 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Itauguá | -25.3926° S | -57.3542° W | 140 m | 9 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Villa Elisa | -25.3676° S | -57.5927° W | 119 m | 22 km | 🗺 View Map |
| San Antonio | -25.4213° S | -57.5473° W | 123 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Central Department is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Paraguay. 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 Central Department on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Paraguay.
The satellite view of Central Department 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 Paraguay national map
Central Department occupies a distinct geographic zone within Paraguay in the South America 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 Central Department 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 Paraguay. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Central Department 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 Paraguay. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Central Department are latitude -25.5628° and longitude -57.508°. In directional format: 25.5628° S, 57.508° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Central Department in Paraguay and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Central Department is a state or administrative region of Paraguay, located in South America. Its capital city is Areguá. View the exact position of Central Department on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Central Department is at: Latitude 25° 33' 46" S and Longitude 57° 30' 29" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Central Department covers a total area of approximately 2,465.00 km² (951.74 mi²). This is roughly 0.61% of Paraguay's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Central Department is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -25.5628, -57.508 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Central Department in Paraguay. For broader context, explore the Paraguay national map or nearby states.
Today in Central Department, sunrise is at 06:25 AM and sunset is at 05:26 PM, giving a day length of 11h 1m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Central Department's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Central Department is approximately 2,846 km (1,768 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 5,775 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Central Department — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Jiufen, Taiwan, roughly 82 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 place.
Areguá, the capital of Central Department, is approximately 27 km (16 mi) W of Asuncion, the national capital of Paraguay, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
