Current Date And Time In Para District, Suriname
Friday, 31 July 2026
12:22:03 SRT
Capital: Onverwacht
Currency: Surinamese Dollar (SRD)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (SRT)
Population: 30,474
Area: 5,393.00 km²
State Code: PR
Explore the interactive satellite map of Para District, a state or administrative region of Suriname, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Para District — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Para District in Suriname.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Suriname operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 5.4817° N | 55.2259° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.4817 | -55.2259 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 28' 54" N | 55° 13' 33" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 28.9039' N | 55° 13.5552' W |
| State / Region | Para District (Para) |
| Country | Suriname |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Onverwacht |
| State Code | PR |
| Time Zone | -03:00 |
| Districts | 5 |
| Population | 30,474 |
| Area (km²) | 5,393.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,082.25 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 5.65 /km² |
| Elevation | 23 m / 76 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in Suriname |
| Population Rank | #6 of 10 in Suriname |
| GPS (DD) | 5.4817, -55.2259 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Para District to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Suriname.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wanica District | Suriname | N | 28 km | 18 mi | ~21m | 🗺 View |
| Paramaribo District | Suriname | N | 41 km | 26 mi | ~31m | 🗺 View |
| Commewijne District | Suriname | NE | 48 km | 30 mi | ~36m | 🗺 View |
| Saramacca District | Suriname | NW | 56 km | 35 mi | ~42m | 🗺 View |
| Brokopondo District | Suriname | S | 81 km | 51 mi | ~1h 1m | 🗺 View |
| Marowijne District | Suriname | E | 108 km | 67 mi | ~1h 21m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Para District, along with each city's aerial distance from Onverwacht, Para District's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onverwacht | 5.5898° N | -55.1946° W | 7 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Powakka | 5.4452° N | -55.0802° W | 19 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Para District is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Suriname. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Para District on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Suriname.
The satellite view of Para District helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Suriname national map
Para District occupies a distinct geographic zone within Suriname in the South America region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Para District for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Suriname. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Para District 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 region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Suriname. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Para District are latitude 5.4817° and longitude -55.2259°. In directional format: 5.4817° N, 55.2259° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Para District in Suriname and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Para District is a state or administrative region of Suriname, located in South America. Its capital city is Onverwacht. View the exact position of Para District on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Para District is at: Latitude 5° 28' 54" N and Longitude 55° 13' 33" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Para District covers a total area of approximately 5,393.00 km² (2,082.25 mi²). This is roughly 3.30% of Suriname's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Para District is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.4817, -55.2259 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Para District in Suriname. For broader context, explore the Suriname national map or nearby states.
Today in Para District, sunrise is at 06:35 AM and sunset is at 06:59 PM, giving a day length of 12h 23m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Para District's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Para District is approximately 610 km (379 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,120 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Para District — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Wanci, Indonesia, roughly 138 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 place.
