Current Date And Time In Wanica District, Suriname
Monday, 31 August 2026
05:07:55 SRT
Capital: Lelydorp
Currency: Surinamese Dollar (SRD)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (SRT)
Population: 123,737
Area: 443.00 km²
State Code: WA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Wanica 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 Wanica 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 Wanica 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) | 5.7324° N | 55.2701° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 5.7324 | -55.2701 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 5° 43' 57" N | 55° 16' 12" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 5° 43.9426' N | 55° 16.2074' W |
| State / Region | Wanica District (Wanica) |
| Country | Suriname |
| Continent | South America |
| Capital | Lelydorp |
| State Code | WA |
| Time Zone | -03:00 |
| Districts | 14 |
| Population | 123,737 |
| Area (km²) | 443.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 171.04 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 280.04 /km² |
| Elevation | 14 m / 47 ft |
| Area Rank | #9 in Suriname |
| Population Rank | #2 of 10 in Suriname |
| GPS (DD) | 5.7324, -55.2701 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Wanica 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paramaribo District | Suriname | NE | 18 km | 11 mi | ~13m | 🗺 View |
| Para District | Suriname | S | 28 km | 18 mi | ~21m | 🗺 View |
| Commewijne District | Suriname | E | 44 km | 27 mi | ~33m | 🗺 View |
| Saramacca District | Suriname | W | 44 km | 27 mi | ~33m | 🗺 View |
| Brokopondo District | Suriname | S | 110 km | 68 mi | ~1h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Marowijne District | Suriname | E | 112 km | 70 mi | ~1h 24m | 🗺 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 Wanica District, along with each city's aerial distance from Lelydorp, Wanica 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pontbuiten | 5.7881° N | -55.209° W | 6 m | 10 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Lelydorp | 5.7° N | -55.2333° W | 8 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Wanica 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 Wanica District on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Suriname.
The satellite view of Wanica 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
Wanica 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 Wanica 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 Wanica 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 Wanica District are latitude 5.7324° and longitude -55.2701°. In directional format: 5.7324° N, 55.2701° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Wanica District in Suriname and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Wanica District is a state or administrative region of Suriname, located in South America. Its capital city is Lelydorp. View the exact position of Wanica District on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Wanica District is at: Latitude 5° 43' 57" N and Longitude 55° 16' 12" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Wanica District covers a total area of approximately 443.00 km² (171.04 mi²). This is roughly 0.27% of Suriname's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Wanica District is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 5.7324, -55.2701 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Wanica District in Suriname. For broader context, explore the Suriname national map or nearby states.
Today in Wanica District, sunrise is at 06:33 AM and sunset is at 06:49 PM, giving a day length of 12h 15m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Wanica District's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Wanica District is approximately 638 km (397 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,122 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Wanica District — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Wanci, Indonesia, roughly 139 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.
