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Current Date And Time In Kegalle, Sri Lanka

Saturday, 15 August 2026
09:39:25 SLST
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 17,962
District: Kegalle District

🗺 Map of Kegalle, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kegalle, a city in Sabaragamuwa 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 Kegalle — 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 Kegalle.

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 Kegalle, Sabaragamuwa Province

📍 LATITUDE
7.252°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
80.344°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)7.2523° N80.3436° E
Signed Decimal Degrees7.252380.3436
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)7° 15' 8" N80° 20' 37" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)7° 15.138' N80° 20.616' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kegalle Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:01 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:25 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 23m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:13 PM
Calculated for today (15 Aug 2026) from Kegalle’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
807 km
(502 mi) • Kegalle is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,872 km
(5,513 mi) • Kegalle is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
7.252° S, 99.656° W
The point exactly opposite Kegalle through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kegalle, you'd surface nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, about 1,191 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 Kegalle

📍 Location Details

CityKegalle
StateSabaragamuwa Province (සබරගමුව)
CountrySri Lanka
ContinentAsia
DistrictKegalle District
Time Zone+05:30

📈 Area & Population

Population17,962
Elevation176 m / 577 ft
GPS (DD)7.2523, 80.3436

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kegalle

Nearby Cities Found: 2 cities
Parent State: Sabaragamuwa Province
Parent Country: Sri Lanka
Neighboring Cities:

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 17,962
🏆 State Rank: #2 of 2 most populous in Sabaragamuwa Province
🏠 Share of Sabaragamuwa Province Population: 0.900%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kegalle 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 Sabaragamuwa Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
RatnapuraSabaragamuwa ProvinceS63 km39 mi~1h 3m🗺 View
KadugannawaCentral ProvinceE20 km12 mi~20m🗺 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 Kegalle to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Ratnapura
63 km (39 mi)
S of Kegalle • ~1h 3m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Colombo
65 km (40 mi)
SW of Kegalle • ~1h 5m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sabaragamuwa Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Ratnapura6.6858° N80.4036° E73 m0 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA: CMB
51 km (32 mi) from Kegalle
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🌍 Kegalle Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kegalle Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kegalle

The satellite view of Kegalle 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 Kegalle in Sabaragamuwa Province

Kegalle sits within Sabaragamuwa 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 Kegalle Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kegalle 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 Sabaragamuwa Province. › Browse every city in Sabaragamuwa Province

💻 Using Kegalle Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kegalle 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 Kegalle Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kegalle Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kegalle?

The GPS coordinates of Kegalle are latitude 7.2523° and longitude 80.3436°. In directional format: 7.2523° N, 80.3436° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kegalle in Sabaragamuwa Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kegalle located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kegalle?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kegalle sits at: Latitude 7° 15' 8" N and Longitude 80° 20' 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 Kegalle?

Kegalle has a population of approximately 17,962 people. This is roughly 0.900% of Sabaragamuwa Province's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Sabaragamuwa Province.

🗺 How can I view Kegalle on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kegalle is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 7.2523, 80.3436 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kegalle in Sabaragamuwa Province. For broader context, explore the Sabaragamuwa Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kegalle?

The nearest airport to Kegalle is Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), roughly 51 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kegalle from Ratnapura?

Kegalle is approximately 63 km (39 mi) from Ratnapura, the capital of Sabaragamuwa Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Sabaragamuwa Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kegalle?

Kegalle sits at an elevation of approximately 176 meters (577 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sabaragamuwa Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kegalle?

The closest cities to Kegalle include Ratnapura, Kadugannawa. 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 Kegalle today?

Today in Kegalle, sunrise is at 06:01 AM and sunset is at 06:25 PM, giving a day length of 12h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kegalle's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kegalle from the Equator?

Kegalle is approximately 807 km (502 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,872 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 Kegalle?

The antipodal point of Kegalle — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,191 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 Kegalle from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka?

Kegalle is approximately 65 km (40 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.