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Chelyan, West Virginia, United States – United States Flag

Current Date And Time In Chelyan, United States

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
13:51:10 PDT
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC -08:00 (PDT)
Population: 776
District: Kanawha County

🗺 Map of Chelyan, West Virginia, United States – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Chelyan, a city in West Virginia, United States, located in North America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Chelyan 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 Chelyan.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into North America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United States operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Chelyan, West Virginia

📍 LATITUDE
38.195°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
81.491°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)38.1954° N81.491° W
Signed Decimal Degrees38.1954-81.491
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)38° 11' 43" N81° 29' 27" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)38° 11.7228' N81° 29.457' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Chelyan Today

🔥 SUNRISE
03:37 AM
🌅 SUNSET
05:23 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 45m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
10:30 AM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Chelyan’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,252 km
(2,642 mi) • Chelyan is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
7,129 km
(4,430 mi) • Chelyan is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
38.195° S, 98.509° E
The point exactly opposite Chelyan through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Chelyan, you'd surface nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, about 1,551 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 Chelyan

📍 Location Details

CityChelyan
StateWest Virginia (State of West Virginia)
CountryUnited States
ContinentNorth America
DistrictKanawha County
Time Zone-10:00 to -05:00

📈 Area & Population

Population776
Area (km²)1.11 km²
Area (mi²)0.43 mi²
Pop. Density699.10 /km²
Elevation188 m / 617 ft
GPS (DD)38.1954, -81.491

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Chelyan

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: West Virginia
Parent Country: United States

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 776
🏆 State Rank: #183 of 247 most populous in West Virginia
📏 Built-Up Area: 1.11 km²
👥 Population Density: 699 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Chelyan 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 West Virginia.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ShrewsburyWest VirginiaNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
East BankWest VirginiaNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
ChesapeakeWest VirginiaNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
BelleWest VirginiaNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
GlasgowWest VirginiaE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
Cedar GroveWest VirginiaNE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 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 Chelyan to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Charleston
21 km (13 mi)
NW of Chelyan • ~21m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Washington
734 km (456 mi)
NW of Chelyan • ~12h 14m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in West Virginia

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Huntington38.4192° N-82.4452° W173 m71 km🗺 View Map
Charleston38.3498° N-81.6326° W182 m0 km🗺 View Map
Parkersburg39.2667° N-81.5615° W187 m102 km🗺 View Map
Morgantown39.6295° N-79.9559° W271 m203 km🗺 View Map
Wheeling40.064° N-80.7209° W203 m206 km🗺 View Map
Weirton Heights40.4084° N-80.5392° W365 m247 km🗺 View Map
Weirton40.419° N-80.5895° W230 m247 km🗺 View Map
Fairmont39.4851° N-80.1426° W300 m180 km🗺 View Map
Martinsburg39.4562° N-77.9639° W138 m340 km🗺 View Map
Beckley37.7782° N-81.1882° W738 m75 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Yeager Airport
IATA: CRW
22 km (13 mi) from Chelyan
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🌍 Chelyan Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Chelyan Matter

The exact GPS location of Chelyan gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside West Virginia. 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 West Virginia state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Chelyan

The satellite view of Chelyan 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 United States map

🌎 Regional Position of Chelyan in West Virginia

Chelyan sits within West Virginia, United States, in the North America 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 Chelyan Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Chelyan 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 West Virginia. › Browse every city in West Virginia

💻 Using Chelyan Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Chelyan 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 United States. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Chelyan Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Chelyan Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Chelyan?

The GPS coordinates of Chelyan are latitude 38.1954° and longitude -81.491°. In directional format: 38.1954° N, 81.491° W. These coordinates mark the center of Chelyan in West Virginia and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Chelyan located?

Chelyan is a city in West Virginia, United States, on the continent of North America. It falls within Kanawha County. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Chelyan?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Chelyan sits at: Latitude 38° 11' 43" N and Longitude 81° 29' 27" W. 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 Chelyan?

Chelyan has a population of approximately 776 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in West Virginia.

🗺 How can I view Chelyan on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Chelyan is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 38.1954, -81.491 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Chelyan in West Virginia. For broader context, explore the West Virginia state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Chelyan?

The nearest airport to Chelyan is Yeager Airport (CRW), roughly 22 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Chelyan from Charleston?

Chelyan is approximately 21 km (13 mi) from Charleston, the capital of West Virginia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in West Virginia.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Chelyan?

Chelyan 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 West Virginia.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Chelyan?

The closest cities to Chelyan include Shrewsbury, East Bank, Chesapeake. 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 Chelyan today?

Today in Chelyan, sunrise is at 03:37 AM and sunset is at 05:23 PM, giving a day length of 13h 45m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Chelyan's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Chelyan from the Equator?

Chelyan is approximately 4,252 km (2,642 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 7,129 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 Chelyan?

The antipodal point of Chelyan — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Gnarabup, Australia, roughly 1,551 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 Chelyan from Washington, the capital of United States?

Chelyan is approximately 734 km (456 mi) NW of Washington, the national capital of United States, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.