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Gaafu Alif Atoll, Maldives – Maldives Flag

Current Date And Time In Gaafu Alif Atoll, Maldives

Sunday, 28 June 2026
13:59:30 MVT
Capital: Viligili
Currency: Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)
Timezone: UTC +05:00 (MVT)
Population: 12,116
Area: 5.11 km²
State Code: GA

States Near To Gaafu Alif Atoll


Find states and regions closest to Gaafu Alif Atoll in Maldives with precise aerial distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus exact 16-point compass bearing and heading direction. This location intelligence data is used by logistics professionals, supply chain analysts, market researchers, freight operators and travel planners working across Maldives and Asia.

Key Benefits: Proximity data for cross-state logistics routing • Distance intelligence for market expansion into adjacent regions • Compass directions for navigation and route planning • Real-world distance units for freight, shipping and aviation use • Strategic decision-making for multi-state operations in Maldives

📍 Gaafu Alif Atoll Geographic & Demographics Profile Summary

To assist regional market researchers, location intelligence professionals and logistics managers in strategic decision-making, we have compiled the key geographic and demographic attributes for Gaafu Alif Atoll from our regional database:

Capital CityViligili
Total Population12,116
Land Area5 km²
Population Density3.71 / km²
Center Latitude0.6125° N
Center Longitude73.3237° E
Average Elevation-17 m (-55 ft)
UTC Time Zone+05:00
FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll20 mi32 km17 nm
South-southwest (SSW)
National Flag Of Gnyaviyani Atoll Gnyaviyani Atoll63 mi102 km55 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of Seenu Seenu86 mi138 km74 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of Laamu Laamu92 mi148 km80 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Thaa Atholhu Thaa Atholhu126 mi203 km109 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Dhaalu Atholhu Dhaalu Atholhu157 mi252 km136 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Meemu Atholhu Meemu Atholhu166 mi267 km144 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Faafu Atholhu Faafu Atholhu183 mi294 km159 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Vaavu Atholhu Vaavu Atholhu193 mi310 km167 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Southern Ari Atoll Southern Ari Atoll213 mi343 km185 nm
North (N)

Countries Near To Gaafu Alif Atoll


Explore countries nearest to Gaafu Alif Atoll by aerial distance, with exact distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles plus compass bearing and direction heading. Cross-border proximity from Gaafu Alif Atoll supports import/export planning, international market research, travel corridor analysis and multi-country logistics coordination across Asia.

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FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Sri Lanka Sri Lanka611 mi984 km531 nm
East-northeast (ENE)
National Flag Of British Indian Ocean Territory British Indian Ocean Territory666 mi1,072 km578 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of India India1,262 mi2,031 km1,096 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Seychelles Seychelles1,340 mi2,156 km1,163 nm
West-southwest (WSW)
National Flag Of Oman Oman1,717 mi2,764 km1,491 nm
Northwest (NW)

📊 Nearby States – Population & Area Comparison

Compare population, land area and population density of states geographically closest to Gaafu Alif Atoll. This regional demographic snapshot supports market sizing, site selection, logistics zone planning and cross-state business analysis across Asia.

StateCountryPopulationArea (km²)Density (per km²)
Gaafu Alif Atoll (You)Maldives12,11653.71
Gaafu Dhaalu AtollMaldives18,48557.91
SeenuMaldives18,9411173.82
Dhaalu AtholhuMaldives6,69458.25
Faafu AtholhuMaldives4,64136.33
Kaafu AtollMaldives9
Baa AtholhuMaldives11,91074.91
Faadhippolhu AtollMaldives11,10458.75
Southern ProvinceSri Lanka2,565,0005,444462.66
Western ProvinceSri Lanka5,991,0003,6841,615.17
Sabaragamuwa ProvinceSri Lanka1,995,0004,902401.69

🏆 Maldives State Rankings

How does Gaafu Alif Atoll rank within Maldives? The top 10 states by population, land area and density are listed below — useful for regional benchmarking, investment prioritization and market-entry decisions. States where Gaafu Alif Atoll appears are highlighted with ⭐.

States By Alphabets
Compass Directions Rose
N (North)
0° or 360° - Directly facing the North Pole
NNE (North-Northeast)
22.5° - Direction midway between North and Northeast
NE (Northeast)
45° - Direction midway between North and East
ENE (East-Northeast)
67.5° - Direction midway between Northeast and East
E (East)
90° - Directly facing sunrise
ESE (East-Southeast)
112.5° - Direction midway between East and Southeast
SE (Southeast)
135° - Direction midway between East and South
SSE (South-Southeast)
157.5° - Direction midway between Southeast and South
S (South)
180° - Directly facing the South Pole
SSW (South-Southwest)
202.5° - Direction midway between South and Southwest
SW (Southwest)
225° - Direction midway between South and West
WSW (West-Southwest)
247.5° - Direction midway between Southwest and West
W (West)
270° - Directly facing sunset
WNW (West-Northwest)
292.5° - Direction midway between West and Northwest
NW (Northwest)
315° - Direction midway between West and North
NNW (North-Northwest)
337.5° - Direction midway between Northwest and North

🗺 Nearby States Distance Guide – Gaafu Alif Atoll, Maldives

🌍 Geographic Proximity & Location Intelligence

Gaafu Alif Atoll is a state or region within Maldives in Asia. Knowing which states and countries lie nearest to Gaafu Alif Atoll is essential for regional market intelligence, inter-state trade corridor analysis, distribution network planning and cross-border logistics coordination. Distances are computed using the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial path between two geographic coordinates on Earth. View the nearby states or nearby countries above.

📏 Distance Units Explained

  • Miles (mi): Imperial distance unit used in the US, UK and aviation industries
  • Kilometers (km): Global metric standard for scientific, logistics and navigation use
  • Nautical Miles (nm): Used in maritime shipping, aviation routing and international navigation
  • Compass Bearing: 16-point compass rose showing exact heading from Gaafu Alif Atoll to each nearby state or country — see the distance

📉 Business & Logistics Applications

  • Supply Chain Optimization: Plan efficient distribution routes from Gaafu Alif Atoll to adjacent regions
  • Market Expansion: Identify the nearest markets for regional business growth and territory mapping
  • Freight & Cargo: Estimate inter-state transport distances for road, rail and air freight
  • Site Selection: Choose warehouse or hub locations based on proximity to neighboring states
  • Cross-State Partnerships: Identify collaborators in adjacent states of Maldives — see Maldives state rankings

🌎 Nearby Countries from Gaafu Alif Atoll

This page also lists countries nearest to Gaafu Alif Atoll by aerial distance. You can also explore the full countries near Maldives page. Cross-border proximity data supports import/export planning, international market entry, travel corridor analysis and emergency logistics coordination across Asia.

📍 Compass Directions Explained

Each nearby state or country includes a compass heading from Gaafu Alif Atoll using the 16-point compass rose (N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW). The bearing angle (0°–360°) is shown with a rotating arrow — see the states and countries above. Useful for aviation planning, maritime navigation, overland trucking and understanding the spatial layout around Gaafu Alif Atoll.

✈️ Travel & Tourism Intelligence

Knowing the distance from Gaafu Alif Atoll to neighboring states helps travel professionals, tour operators, hospitality businesses and travelers plan efficient itineraries across Maldives. Also compare population and area data of nearby states.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Gaafu Alif Atoll MapView the Gaafu Alif Atoll satellite map with GPS coordinates for precise location planning.
🏙️ Cities in Gaafu Alif AtollExplore all cities and towns in Gaafu Alif Atoll for urban market analysis.
🏳️ Maldives Country DataGet complete Maldives data including population, area, currency and timezone.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Nearby States of Gaafu Alif Atoll

How is the distance from Gaafu Alif Atoll to nearby states calculated?

Distances use the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial distance between two geographic coordinate points on Earth. Calculations use the latitude and longitude center point of each state. Results are shown in miles, kilometers and nautical miles. View the Gaafu Alif Atoll map for exact GPS coordinates.

What does the compass direction from Gaafu Alif Atoll mean?

The compass heading shows the bearing from Gaafu Alif Atoll to each neighboring state or country using the 16-point compass rose. The rotating arrow shows the degree bearing (0°–360°), where 0°/360° is North, 90° East, 180° South and 270° West. See the states table and countries table above.

Which states are closest to Gaafu Alif Atoll in Maldives?

See the States Near To Gaafu Alif Atoll table above. Each row shows the state name, flag, distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus the compass direction and bearing symbol. You can also view the countries nearest to Gaafu Alif Atoll below the states table, or compare all Maldives states by area, population and density.

Why is nearby states data useful for business and logistics in Maldives?

For supply chain managers, freight companies, market research analysts and regional business developers, state-level proximity data is critical for distribution hub placement, delivery route optimization, sales territory planning and identifying the fastest overland routes between markets in Asia. Use the population & area comparison and Maldives state rankings on this page for deeper regional analysis. Also explore country population data, country area rankings and country timezones.