Current Date And Time In North Central Province, Sri Lanka
Thursday, 06 August 2026
22:59:28 SLST
Capital: Anuradhapura
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 1,324,000
Area: 10,472.00 km²
State Code: 7
Explore the interactive satellite map of North Central Province, a state or administrative region of Sri Lanka, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for North Central Province — 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 North Central Province in Sri Lanka.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Sri Lanka operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 8.1996° N | 80.6327° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 8.1996 | 80.6327 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 8° 11' 58" N | 80° 37' 58" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 8° 11.9738' N | 80° 37.9615' E |
| State / Region | North Central Province (උතුරු මැද) |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Anuradhapura |
| State Code | 7 |
| Time Zone | +05:30 |
| Districts | 2 |
| Population | 1,324,000 |
| Area (km²) | 10,472.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,043.26 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 126.43 /km² |
| Elevation | 136 m / 448 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Sri Lanka |
| Population Rank | #7 of 9 in Sri Lanka |
| GPS (DD) | 8.1996, 80.6327 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from North Central Province 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 Sri Lanka.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Western Province | Sri Lanka | SW | 69 km | 43 mi | ~52m | 🗺 View |
| Northern Province | Sri Lanka | NW | 86 km | 53 mi | ~1h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Eastern Province | Sri Lanka | SE | 99 km | 61 mi | ~1h 14m | 🗺 View |
| Central Province | Sri Lanka | S | 105 km | 65 mi | ~1h 19m | 🗺 View |
| Western Province | Sri Lanka | SW | 160 km | 99 mi | ~1h 60m | 🗺 View |
| Sabaragamuwa Province | Sri Lanka | S | 165 km | 103 mi | ~2h 4m | 🗺 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 North Central Province, along with each city's aerial distance from Anuradhapura, North Central Province'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anuradhapura | 8.3122° N | 80.4131° E | 100 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Polonnaruwa | 7.9397° N | 81.0027° E | 60 m | 77 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mihintale | 8.3593° N | 80.5103° E | 113 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of North Central Province is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Sri Lanka. 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 North Central Province on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Sri Lanka.
The satellite view of North Central Province 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 Sri Lanka national map
North Central Province occupies a distinct geographic zone within Sri Lanka in the Asia 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 North Central Province 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 Sri Lanka. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for North Central Province 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 Sri Lanka. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of North Central Province are latitude 8.1996° and longitude 80.6327°. In directional format: 8.1996° N, 80.6327° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of North Central Province in Sri Lanka and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
North Central Province is a state or administrative region of Sri Lanka, located in Asia. Its capital city is Anuradhapura. View the exact position of North Central Province on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, North Central Province is at: Latitude 8° 11' 58" N and Longitude 80° 37' 58" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
North Central Province covers a total area of approximately 10,472.00 km² (4,043.26 mi²). This is roughly 15.96% of Sri Lanka's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of North Central Province is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.1996, 80.6327 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate North Central Province in Sri Lanka. For broader context, explore the Sri Lanka national map or nearby states.
Today in North Central Province, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 06:27 PM, giving a day length of 12h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from North Central Province's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
North Central Province is approximately 913 km (567 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,884 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of North Central Province — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,231 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.