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Vélingara, Kolda, Senegal – Senegal Flag

Current Date And Time In Vélingara, Senegal

Tuesday, 11 August 2026
20:46:43 GMT
State: Kolda
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 45,431

🗺 Map of Vélingara, Kolda, Senegal – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Vélingara, a city in Kolda, Senegal, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Vélingara — 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 Vélingara.

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 Senegal operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Vélingara, Kolda

📍 LATITUDE
13.15°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
14.117°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)13.15° N14.1167° W
Signed Decimal Degrees13.15-14.1167
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)13° 9' 0" N14° 7' 0" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)13° 9' N14° 7.0002' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Vélingara Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:20 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 37m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:01 PM
Calculated for today (11 Aug 2026) from Vélingara’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,464 km
(910 mi) • Vélingara is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,530 km
(951 mi) • Vélingara is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
13.15° S, 165.883° E
The point exactly opposite Vélingara through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Vélingara, you'd surface nearest to Sola, Vanuatu, about 198 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 Vélingara

📍 Location Details

CityVélingara
StateKolda
CountrySenegal
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population45,431
Elevation50 m / 164 ft
GPS (DD)13.15, -14.1167

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Vélingara

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Kolda
Parent Country: Senegal

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 45,431
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 11 most populous in Kolda

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Vélingara 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 Kolda.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KounkanéKoldaS24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
DiaoubéKoldaS27 km16 mi~27m🗺 View
Médina GounasKoldaE39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
WassadouKoldaS45 km28 mi~45m🗺 View
DaboKoldaSW50 km31 mi~50m🗺 View
Médina-YorofoulaKoldaW67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 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 Vélingara to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kolda
94 km (58 mi)
W of Vélingara • ~1h 34m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Dakar
398 km (247 mi)
NW of Vélingara • ~6h 38m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kolda

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kolda12.8939° N-14.9413° W17 m0 km🗺 View Map
Médina Gounas13.1361° N-13.7557° W59 m131 km🗺 View Map
Diaoubé12.9167° N-14.1667° W42 m84 km🗺 View Map
Kounkané12.9333° N-14.0833° W34 m93 km🗺 View Map
Marsassoum12.8275° N-15.9806° W19 m113 km🗺 View Map
Dabo12.8833° N-14.4833° W30 m50 km🗺 View Map
Sélikénié12.7° N-14.7333° W36 m31 km🗺 View Map
Saré Yoba Diéga12.7658° N-15.1075° W18 m23 km🗺 View Map
Pata13.4333° N-14.95° W15 m60 km🗺 View Map
Médina-Yorofoula13.3° N-14.7167° W32 m51 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Osvaldo Vieira International Airport
IATA: OXB
218 km (135 mi) from Vélingara
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🌍 Vélingara Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Vélingara Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Vélingara

The satellite view of Vélingara 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 Senegal map

🌎 Regional Position of Vélingara in Kolda

Vélingara sits within Kolda, Senegal, 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 Vélingara Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Vélingara 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 Kolda. › Browse every city in Kolda

💻 Using Vélingara Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Vélingara 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 Senegal. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Vélingara Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Vélingara Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Vélingara?

The GPS coordinates of Vélingara are latitude 13.15° and longitude -14.1167°. In directional format: 13.15° N, 14.1167° W. These coordinates mark the center of Vélingara in Kolda and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Vélingara located?

Vélingara is a city in Kolda, Senegal, 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 Vélingara?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Vélingara sits at: Latitude 13° 9' 0" N and Longitude 14° 7' 0" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Vélingara?

Vélingara has a population of approximately 45,431 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Kolda.

🗺 How can I view Vélingara on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Vélingara is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 13.15, -14.1167 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Vélingara in Kolda. For broader context, explore the Kolda state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Vélingara?

The nearest airport to Vélingara is Osvaldo Vieira International Airport (OXB), roughly 218 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Vélingara from Kolda?

Vélingara is approximately 94 km (58 mi) from Kolda, the capital of Kolda, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kolda.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Vélingara?

Vélingara sits at an elevation of approximately 50 meters (164 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kolda.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Vélingara?

The closest cities to Vélingara include Kounkané, Diaoubé, Médina Gounas. 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 Vélingara today?

Today in Vélingara, sunrise is at 06:42 AM and sunset is at 07:20 PM, giving a day length of 12h 37m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Vélingara's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Vélingara from the Equator?

Vélingara is approximately 1,464 km (910 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,530 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 Vélingara?

The antipodal point of Vélingara — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sola, Vanuatu, roughly 198 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 Vélingara from Dakar, the capital of Senegal?

Vélingara is approximately 398 km (247 mi) NW of Dakar, the national capital of Senegal, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.