Current Date And Time In Mashonaland Central, Zimbabwe
Wednesday, 26 August 2026
20:15:34 CAT
Capital: Bindura
Currency: United States Dollar (USD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (CAT)
Population: 1,389,000
Area: 28,347.00 km²
State Code: MC
Explore the interactive satellite map of Mashonaland Central, a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Mashonaland Central — 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 Mashonaland Central in Zimbabwe.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Zimbabwe operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 16.7644° S | 31.0794° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | -16.7644 | 31.0794 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 45' 52" S | 31° 4' 46" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 45.8658' S | 31° 4.7622' E |
| Population | 1,389,000 |
| Area (km²) | 28,347.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 10,944.83 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 49.00 /km² |
| Elevation | 1,262 m / 4,140 ft |
| Area Rank | #8 in Zimbabwe |
| Population Rank | #7 of 10 in Zimbabwe |
| GPS (DD) | -16.7644, 31.0794 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Mashonaland Central 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 Zimbabwe.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harare | Zimbabwe | S | 118 km | 73 mi | ~1h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland West | Zimbabwe | SW | 159 km | 99 mi | ~1h 59m | 🗺 View |
| Mashonaland East Province | Zimbabwe | S | 204 km | 127 mi | ~2h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Manicaland | Zimbabwe | SE | 266 km | 166 mi | ~3h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Midlands Province | Zimbabwe | SW | 299 km | 186 mi | ~3h 44m | 🗺 View |
| Matabeleland North | Zimbabwe | SW | 423 km | 263 mi | ~5h 17m | 🗺 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 Mashonaland Central, along with each city's aerial distance from Bindura, Mashonaland Central'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bindura | -17.3019° S | 31.3306° E | 1,118 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mvurwi | -17.0333° S | 30.85° E | 1,495 m | 59 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Shamva | -17.3116° S | 31.5756° E | 947 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mazowe | -17.504° S | 30.9739° E | 1,249 m | 44 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Glendale | -17.3551° S | 31.0672° E | 1,143 m | 29 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Mount Darwin | -16.7725° S | 31.5838° E | 955 m | 65 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Concession | -17.3833° S | 30.95° E | 1,331 m | 41 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Centenary | -16.7229° S | 31.1146° E | 1,186 m | 68 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Madziwa | -16.9167° S | 31.5333° E | 1,072 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
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The precise GPS location of Mashonaland Central is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Zimbabwe. 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 Mashonaland Central on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Zimbabwe.
The satellite view of Mashonaland Central 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 Zimbabwe national map
Mashonaland Central occupies a distinct geographic zone within Zimbabwe in the Africa 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 Mashonaland Central 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 Zimbabwe. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Mashonaland Central 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 Zimbabwe. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Mashonaland Central are latitude -16.7644° and longitude 31.0794°. In directional format: 16.7644° S, 31.0794° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Mashonaland Central in Zimbabwe and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Mashonaland Central is a state or administrative region of Zimbabwe, located in Africa. Its capital city is Bindura. View the exact position of Mashonaland Central on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Mashonaland Central is at: Latitude 16° 45' 52" S and Longitude 31° 4' 46" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Mashonaland Central covers a total area of approximately 28,347.00 km² (10,944.83 mi²). This is roughly 7.26% of Zimbabwe's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Mashonaland Central is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -16.7644, 31.0794 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Mashonaland Central in Zimbabwe. For broader context, explore the Zimbabwe national map or nearby states.
Today in Mashonaland Central, sunrise is at 06:05 AM and sunset is at 05:49 PM, giving a day length of 11h 44m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Mashonaland Central's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Mashonaland Central is approximately 1,866 km (1,160 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 3,313 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Mashonaland Central — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Leilani Estates, United States, roughly 701 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.
Bindura, the capital of Mashonaland Central, is approximately 65 km (41 mi) SW of Harare, the national capital of Zimbabwe, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
