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Minuwangoda, Western Province, Sri Lanka – Sri Lanka Flag

Current Date And Time In Minuwangoda, Sri Lanka

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
22:00:58 SLST
Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee (LKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:30 (SLST)
Population: 7,772
District: Gampaha District

🗺 Map of Minuwangoda, Western Province, Sri Lanka – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Minuwangoda, a city in Western 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 Minuwangoda 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 Minuwangoda.

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 Minuwangoda, Western Province

📍 LATITUDE
7.166°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
79.953°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)7.1663° N79.9533° E
Signed Decimal Degrees7.166379.9533
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)7° 9' 59" N79° 57' 12" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)7° 9.978' N79° 57.198' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Minuwangoda Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:03 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:27 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 24m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:15 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Minuwangoda’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
798 km
(496 mi) • Minuwangoda is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
8,831 km
(5,487 mi) • Minuwangoda is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
7.166° S, 100.047° W
The point exactly opposite Minuwangoda through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Minuwangoda, you'd surface nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, about 1,221 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 Minuwangoda

📍 Location Details

CityMinuwangoda
StateWestern Province (ΰΆΆΰ·ƒΰ·ŠΰΆ±ΰ·ΰ·„ΰ·’ΰΆ»)
CountrySri Lanka
ContinentAsia
DistrictGampaha District
Time Zone+05:30

📈 Area & Population

Population7,772
Elevation18 m / 59 ft
GPS (DD)7.1663, 79.9533

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Minuwangoda

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 7,772
🏆 State Rank: #27 of 29 most populous in Western Province
🏠 Share of Western Province Population: 0.130%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Minuwangoda 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 Western Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KatunayakaWestern ProvinceW7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
GampahaWestern ProvinceSE10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Ja ElaWestern ProvinceSW12 km8 mi~12m🗺 View
NegomboWestern ProvinceW14 km9 mi~14m🗺 View
KandanaWestern ProvinceSW15 km9 mi~15m🗺 View
WelisaraWestern ProvinceS16 km10 mi~16m🗺 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 Minuwangoda to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Colombo
28 km (17 mi)
SW of Minuwangoda • ~28m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Colombo
28 km (17 mi)
SW of Minuwangoda • ~28m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Western Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Colombo6.9355° N79.8487° E7 m0 km🗺 View Map
Dehiwala-Mount Lavinia6.8402° N79.8712° E16 m11 km🗺 View Map
Maharagama6.848° N79.9265° E26 m13 km🗺 View Map
Moratuwa6.773° N79.8816° E10 m18 km🗺 View Map
Negombo7.2083° N79.8358° E8 m30 km🗺 View Map
Pita Kotte6.8905° N79.9015° E20 m8 km🗺 View Map
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte6.883° N79.9071° E27 m9 km🗺 View Map
Katunayaka7.1699° N79.8884° E13 m26 km🗺 View Map
Battaramulla South6.8964° N79.9181° E11 m9 km🗺 View Map
Kolonnawa6.9329° N79.8848° E20 m4 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport
IATA: CMB
8 km (5 mi) from Minuwangoda
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🌍 Minuwangoda Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Minuwangoda Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Minuwangoda

The satellite view of Minuwangoda 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 Minuwangoda in Western Province

Minuwangoda sits within Western 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 Minuwangoda Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Minuwangoda 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 Western Province. › Browse every city in Western Province

💻 Using Minuwangoda Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Minuwangoda 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 Minuwangoda Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Minuwangoda Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Minuwangoda?

The GPS coordinates of Minuwangoda are latitude 7.1663° and longitude 79.9533°. In directional format: 7.1663° N, 79.9533° E. These coordinates mark the center of Minuwangoda in Western Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Minuwangoda located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Minuwangoda?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Minuwangoda sits at: Latitude 7° 9' 59" N and Longitude 79° 57' 12" 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 Minuwangoda?

Minuwangoda has a population of approximately 7,772 people. This is roughly 0.130% of Western Province's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Western Province.

🗺 How can I view Minuwangoda on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Minuwangoda is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 7.1663, 79.9533 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Minuwangoda in Western Province. For broader context, explore the Western Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Minuwangoda?

The nearest airport to Minuwangoda is Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), roughly 8 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Minuwangoda from Colombo?

Minuwangoda is approximately 28 km (17 mi) from Colombo, the capital of Western Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Western Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Minuwangoda?

Minuwangoda sits at an elevation of approximately 18 meters (59 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Western Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Minuwangoda?

The closest cities to Minuwangoda include Katunayaka, Gampaha, Ja Ela. 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 Minuwangoda today?

Today in Minuwangoda, sunrise is at 06:03 AM and sunset is at 06:27 PM, giving a day length of 12h 24m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Minuwangoda's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Minuwangoda from the Equator?

Minuwangoda is approximately 798 km (496 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 8,831 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 Minuwangoda?

The antipodal point of Minuwangoda — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Puerto Villamil, Ecuador, roughly 1,221 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 Minuwangoda from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka?

Minuwangoda is approximately 28 km (17 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.