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Wellawaya, Uva Province, Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka Flag

Current Date And Time In Wellawaya, Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
18:21:51 SLST
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 10,000
District: Moneragala District

🗺 Map of Wellawaya, Uva Province, Sri Lanka – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Wellawaya, 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 Wellawaya 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 Wellawaya.

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 Wellawaya, Uva Province

📍 LATITUDE
6.737°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
81.103°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)6.7369° N81.1028° E
Signed Decimal Degrees6.736981.1028
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)6° 44' 13" N81° 6' 10" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)6° 44.2164' N81° 6.1674' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Wellawaya Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:58 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:22 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 23m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:10 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Wellawaya’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
750 km
(466 mi) • Wellawaya is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,966 km
(5,571 mi) • Wellawaya is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
6.737° S, 98.897° W
The point exactly opposite Wellawaya through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Wellawaya, you'd surface nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, about 1,089 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 Wellawaya

📍 Location Details

CityWellawaya
StateUva Province (ΰΆŒΰ·€)
CountrySri Lanka
ContinentAsia
DistrictMoneragala District
Time Zone+05:30

📈 Area & Population

Population10,000
Elevation188 m / 617 ft
GPS (DD)6.7369, 81.1028

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Wellawaya

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Uva Province
Parent Country: Sri Lanka

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 10,000
🏆 State Rank: #4 of 8 most populous in Uva Province
🏠 Share of Uva Province Population: 0.764%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Wellawaya 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.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Ella TownUva ProvinceN17 km10 mi~17m🗺 View
HaputaleUva ProvinceW17 km11 mi~17m🗺 View
BadullaUva ProvinceN28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View
MonaragalaUva ProvinceNE31 km19 mi~31m🗺 View
BogahakumburaUva ProvinceN40 km25 mi~40m🗺 View
WattegamaUva ProvinceE42 km26 mi~42m🗺 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 Wellawaya to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Badulla
28 km (17 mi)
N of Wellawaya • ~28m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Colombo
140 km (87 mi)
W of Wellawaya • ~2h 20m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Uva Province

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Uva Province, the home state of Wellawaya, 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 NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Badulla6.9802° N81.0577° E683 m0 km🗺 View Map
Kataragama6.4134° N81.3346° E48 m70 km🗺 View Map
Monaragala6.8714° N81.3487° E151 m34 km🗺 View Map
Wattegama6.7989° N81.4808° E105 m51 km🗺 View Map
Ella Town6.8756° N81.0463° E1,031 m12 km🗺 View Map
Haputale6.7657° N80.951° E1,449 m27 km🗺 View Map
Bogahakumbura7.0869° N81.022° E328 m13 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport
IATA: HRI
50 km (31 mi) from Wellawaya
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🌍 Wellawaya Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Wellawaya Matter

The exact GPS location of Wellawaya 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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Wellawaya

The satellite view of Wellawaya 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 Wellawaya in Uva Province

Wellawaya 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Wellawaya Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Wellawaya 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

💻 Using Wellawaya Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Wellawaya 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 Wellawaya Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Wellawaya Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Wellawaya?

The GPS coordinates of Wellawaya are latitude 6.7369° and longitude 81.1028°. In directional format: 6.7369° N, 81.1028° E. These coordinates mark the center of Wellawaya in Uva Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Wellawaya located?

Wellawaya 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.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Wellawaya?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Wellawaya sits at: Latitude 6° 44' 13" N and Longitude 81° 6' 10" 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 Wellawaya?

Wellawaya has a population of approximately 10,000 people. This is roughly 0.764% of Uva Province's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Uva Province.

🗺 How can I view Wellawaya on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Wellawaya is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 6.7369, 81.1028 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Wellawaya in Uva Province. For broader context, explore the Uva Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Wellawaya?

The nearest airport to Wellawaya is Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport (HRI), roughly 50 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Wellawaya from Badulla?

Wellawaya is approximately 28 km (17 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.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Wellawaya?

Wellawaya sits at an elevation of approximately 188 meters (617 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Uva Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Wellawaya?

The closest cities to Wellawaya include Ella Town, Haputale, Badulla. 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 Wellawaya today?

Today in Wellawaya, sunrise is at 05:58 AM and sunset is at 06:22 PM, giving a day length of 12h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Wellawaya's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Wellawaya from the Equator?

Wellawaya is approximately 750 km (466 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,966 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 Wellawaya?

The antipodal point of Wellawaya — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,089 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 Wellawaya from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka?

Wellawaya is approximately 140 km (87 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.