Current Date And Time In Kataragama, Sri Lanka
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
18:04:46 SLST
State: Uva Province
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 20,935
District: Moneragala District
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kataragama, a city in Uva 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 Kataragama β 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 Kataragama.
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| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 6.4134° N | 81.3346° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 6.4134 | 81.3346 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 6° 24' 48" N | 81° 20' 5" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 6° 24.804' N | 81° 20.076' E |
| City | Kataragama |
| State | Uva Province (ΰΆΰ·) |
| Country | Sri Lanka |
| Continent | Asia |
| District | Moneragala District |
| Time Zone | +05:30 |
| Population | 20,935 |
| Elevation | 48 m / 157 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 6.4134, 81.3346 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kataragama 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 Uva Province.
| City | State | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wellawaya | Uva Province | NW | 44 km | 27 mi | ~44m | 🗺 View |
| Wattegama | Uva Province | N | 46 km | 28 mi | ~46m | 🗺 View |
| Monaragala | Uva Province | N | 51 km | 32 mi | ~51m | 🗺 View |
| Haputale | Uva Province | NW | 58 km | 36 mi | ~58m | 🗺 View |
| Ella Town | Uva Province | NW | 60 km | 38 mi | ~1h 0m | 🗺 View |
| Badulla | Uva Province | NW | 70 km | 44 mi | ~1h 10m | 🗺 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Uva Province, the home state of Kataragama, along with each city's aerial distance from Badulla, Uva Province's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badulla | 6.9802° N | 81.0577° E | 683 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Monaragala | 6.8714° N | 81.3487° E | 151 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wellawaya | 6.7369° N | 81.1028° E | 188 m | 28 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wattegama | 6.7989° N | 81.4808° E | 105 m | 51 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ella Town | 6.8756° N | 81.0463° E | 1,031 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Haputale | 6.7657° N | 80.951° E | 1,449 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bogahakumbura | 7.0869° N | 81.022° E | 328 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport IATA: HRI 27 km (17 mi) from Kataragama |
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| 🗺 Map of Bogahakumbura |
The exact GPS location of Kataragama gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Uva 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 β DD, DMS and DDM β are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Uva Province state-level map data
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 Kataragama are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.
The satellite view of Kataragama 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
Kataragama sits within Uva 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
Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kataragama 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 Uva Province. › Browse every city in Uva Province
Coordinates for Kataragama 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
The GPS coordinates of Kataragama are latitude 6.4134° and longitude 81.3346°. In directional format: 6.4134° N, 81.3346° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kataragama in Uva Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.
Kataragama is a city in Uva Province, Sri Lanka, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Moneragala District. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kataragama sits at: Latitude 6° 24' 48" N and Longitude 81° 20' 5" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.
Kataragama has a population of approximately 20,935 people. This is roughly 1.599% of Uva Province's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Uva Province.
The interactive satellite map of Kataragama is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 6.4134, 81.3346 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kataragama in Uva Province. For broader context, explore the Uva Province state map or nearby cities.
The nearest airport to Kataragama is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), roughly 27 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.
Kataragama is approximately 70 km (44 mi) from Badulla, the capital of Uva Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Uva Province.
Kataragama sits at an elevation of approximately 48 meters (157 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Uva Province.
The closest cities to Kataragama include Wellawaya, Wattegama, Monaragala. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.
Today in Kataragama, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 06:21 PM, giving a day length of 12h 22m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kataragama's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kataragama is approximately 714 km (444 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,998 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kataragama — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,048 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.
Kataragama is approximately 174 km (108 mi) W of Colombo, the national capital of Sri Lanka, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.