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Mihintale, North Central Province, Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka Flag

Current Date And Time In Mihintale, Sri Lanka

Sunday, 16 August 2026
02:35:39 SLST
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 5,000
District: Anuradhapura District

🗺 Map of Mihintale, North Central Province, Sri Lanka – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Mihintale, a city in North Central Province, 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 Mihintale — 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 Mihintale.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Mihintale, North Central Province

📍 LATITUDE
8.359°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
80.51°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)8.3593° N80.5103° E
Signed Decimal Degrees8.359380.5103
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)8° 21' 33" N80° 30' 37" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)8° 21.558' N80° 30.618' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Mihintale Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:59 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:25 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 25m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:12 PM
Calculated for today (16 Aug 2026) from Mihintale’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
931 km
(578 mi) • Mihintale is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,867 km
(5,510 mi) • Mihintale is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
8.359° S, 99.49° W
The point exactly opposite Mihintale through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Mihintale, you'd surface nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, about 1,253 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 Mihintale

📍 Location Details

CityMihintale
StateNorth Central Province (උතුරු මැද)
CountrySri Lanka
ContinentAsia
DistrictAnuradhapura District
Time Zone+05:30

📈 Area & Population

Population5,000
Elevation113 m / 371 ft
GPS (DD)8.3593, 80.5103

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Mihintale

Nearby Cities Found: 2 cities
Parent Country: Sri Lanka

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 5,000
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 3 most populous in North Central Province
🏠 Share of North Central Province Population: 0.378%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mihintale 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 North Central Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AnuradhapuraNorth Central ProvinceSW12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
PolonnaruwaNorth Central ProvinceSE72 km44 mi~1h 12m🗺 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 Mihintale to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Anuradhapura
12 km (7 mi)
SW of Mihintale • ~12m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Colombo
174 km (108 mi)
SW of Mihintale • ~2h 54m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in North Central Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Anuradhapura8.3122° N80.4131° E100 m0 km🗺 View Map
Polonnaruwa7.9397° N81.0027° E60 m77 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
China Bay Airport
IATA: TRR
76 km (48 mi) from Mihintale
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🌍 Mihintale Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Mihintale Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Mihintale

The satellite view of Mihintale 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 Sri Lanka map

🌎 Regional Position of Mihintale in North Central Province

Mihintale sits within North Central Province, Sri Lanka, in the Asia 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 Mihintale Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Mihintale 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 North Central Province. › Browse every city in North Central Province

💻 Using Mihintale Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Mihintale 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 Sri Lanka. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Mihintale Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Mihintale Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Mihintale?

The GPS coordinates of Mihintale are latitude 8.3593° and longitude 80.5103°. In directional format: 8.3593° N, 80.5103° E. These coordinates mark the center of Mihintale in North Central Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Mihintale located?

Mihintale is a city in North Central Province, Sri Lanka, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Anuradhapura District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Mihintale?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mihintale sits at: Latitude 8° 21' 33" N and Longitude 80° 30' 37" E. 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 Mihintale?

Mihintale has a population of approximately 5,000 people. This is roughly 0.378% of North Central Province's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in North Central Province.

🗺 How can I view Mihintale on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Mihintale is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 8.3593, 80.5103 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mihintale in North Central Province. For broader context, explore the North Central Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Mihintale?

The nearest airport to Mihintale is China Bay Airport (TRR), roughly 76 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Mihintale from Anuradhapura?

Mihintale is approximately 12 km (7 mi) from Anuradhapura, the capital of North Central Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in North Central Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Mihintale?

Mihintale sits at an elevation of approximately 113 meters (371 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for North Central Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Mihintale?

The closest cities to Mihintale include Anuradhapura, Polonnaruwa. 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 Mihintale today?

Today in Mihintale, sunrise is at 05:59 AM and sunset is at 06:25 PM, giving a day length of 12h 25m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mihintale's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Mihintale from the Equator?

Mihintale is approximately 931 km (578 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,867 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 Mihintale?

The antipodal point of Mihintale — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,253 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 Mihintale from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka?

Mihintale is approximately 174 km (108 mi) SW of Colombo, the national capital of Sri Lanka, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.