Current Date And Time In Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll, Maldives
Sunday, 28 June 2026
14:14:39 MVT
Capital: Thinadhoo
Currency: Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)
Timezone: UTC +05:00 (MVT)
Population: 18,485
Area: 5.27 km²
State Code: GD
Find states and regions closest to Gaafu Dhaalu 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
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 Dhaalu Atoll from our regional database:
| Flag | Country | Distance | Direction | |||
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| Miles (mi) | Kilometers (km) | Nautical Miles (nm) | Heading | Symbol | ||
| Gaafu Alif Atoll | 20 mi | 32 km | 17 nm | North-northeast (NNE) | ⬆ |
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| Gnyaviyani Atoll | 49 mi | 78 km | 42 nm | South-southeast (SSE) | ⬆ |
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| Seenu | 67 mi | 108 km | 58 nm | South (S) | ⬆ |
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| Laamu | 111 mi | 178 km | 96 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
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| Thaa Atholhu | 143 mi | 230 km | 124 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
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| Dhaalu Atholhu | 173 mi | 278 km | 150 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
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| Meemu Atholhu | 185 mi | 297 km | 160 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
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| Faafu Atholhu | 199 mi | 320 km | 173 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
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| Vaavu Atholhu | 211 mi | 340 km | 183 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
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| Southern Ari Atoll | 229 mi | 369 km | 199 nm | North (N) | ⬆ |
Explore countries nearest to Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll by aerial distance, with exact distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles plus compass bearing and direction heading. Cross-border proximity from Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll supports import/export planning, international market research, travel corridor analysis and multi-country logistics coordination across Asia.
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| Flag | Country | Distance | Direction | |||
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| Miles (mi) | Kilometers (km) | Nautical Miles (nm) | Heading | Symbol | ||
| Sri Lanka | 611 mi | 984 km | 531 nm | East-northeast (ENE) | ⬆ |
| British Indian Ocean Territory | 666 mi | 1,072 km | 578 nm | South (S) | ⬆ |
| India | 1,262 mi | 2,031 km | 1,096 nm | North-northeast (NNE) | ⬆ |
| Seychelles | 1,340 mi | 2,156 km | 1,163 nm | West-southwest (WSW) | ⬆ |
| Oman | 1,717 mi | 2,764 km | 1,491 nm | Northwest (NW) | ⬆ |
Compare population, land area and population density of states geographically closest to Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll. This regional demographic snapshot supports market sizing, site selection, logistics zone planning and cross-state business analysis across Asia.
| State | Country | Population | Area (km²) | Density (per km²) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll (You) | Maldives | 18,485 | 5 | 7.91 |
| Gaafu Alif Atoll | Maldives | 12,116 | 5 | 3.71 |
| Seenu | Maldives | 18,941 | 11 | 73.82 |
| Dhaalu Atholhu | Maldives | 6,694 | 5 | 8.25 |
| Faafu Atholhu | Maldives | 4,641 | 3 | 6.33 |
| Kaafu Atoll | Maldives | — | 9 | — |
| Baa Atholhu | Maldives | 11,910 | 7 | 4.91 |
| Faadhippolhu Atoll | Maldives | 11,104 | 5 | 8.75 |
| Southern Province | Sri Lanka | 2,565,000 | 5,444 | 462.66 |
| Western Province | Sri Lanka | 5,991,000 | 3,684 | 1,615.17 |
| Sabaragamuwa Province | Sri Lanka | 1,995,000 | 4,902 | 401.69 |
How does Gaafu Dhaalu 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 Dhaalu Atoll appears are highlighted with ⭐.
| State | Population |
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| Seenu | 18,941 |
| Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll ⭐ | 18,485 |
| Gaafu Alif Atoll | 12,116 |
| Baa Atholhu | 11,910 |
| Faadhippolhu Atoll | 11,104 |
| Dhaalu Atholhu | 6,694 |
| Faafu Atholhu | 4,641 |
| State | Density/km² |
|---|---|
| Seenu | 73.82 |
| Faadhippolhu Atoll | 8.75 |
| Dhaalu Atholhu | 8.25 |
| Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll ⭐ | 7.91 |
| Faafu Atholhu | 6.33 |
| Baa Atholhu | 4.91 |
| Gaafu Alif Atoll | 3.71 |
Gaafu Dhaalu Atoll is a state or region within Maldives in Asia. Knowing which states and countries lie nearest to Gaafu Dhaalu 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.
This page also lists countries nearest to Gaafu Dhaalu 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.
Each nearby state or country includes a compass heading from Gaafu Dhaalu 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 Dhaalu Atoll.
Knowing the distance from Gaafu Dhaalu 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.
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 Dhaalu Atoll map for exact GPS coordinates.
The compass heading shows the bearing from Gaafu Dhaalu 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.
See the States Near To Gaafu Dhaalu 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 Dhaalu Atoll below the states table, or compare all Maldives states by area, population and density.
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.