Benin cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats

Benin
Benin
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Last update : 15 January 2025.

Country
Benin
Capitale
Porto-Novo
Number of cities
3710
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This is the best list of 3710 cities in the Benin available in 4 formats ( CSV, Json, SQL, XML ). We have cleaned up the Geoname database to leave only the towns, capitals and villages. All are all associated with regions and sub-regions (where available).

Each file contains the following data: Geoname_ID, City, Alternate_Name, Country_Code, Region, Sub_region, Latitude, Longitude, Elevation, Population, Timezone, Fcode_Name. See the FAQ below for a detailed explanation.

Here is an example of the data from the Benin file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:


Geoname_IDCityAlternate_NameCountry_CodeRegionSub_regionLatitudeLongitudeElevationPopulationTimezoneFcode_Name
2394406FakouètiféFakouetife,Fakouètifé,Fokouatefe,FokouatéféBJAtakora10.243351.485360Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395809AgbatoBJAtlantique6.386432.439420Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394072GommbokoGommbokoBJBorgou9.27692.612030Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391308TérékoukaBJDonga9.62361.596070Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395017BonfanouBJAlibori11.433492.531340Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391221TindarouBJAlibori11.321172.506890Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391764Silra-GalorhaBJDonga9.937361.62820Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
8224805PelebinaBJAtakora9.487121.638150Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394887BountiroBJBorgou9.095392.5880Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395028BolimèBJKouffo6.933331.866670Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394997Boramou FâriBJAlibori11.968693.133740Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391397TassoukouatiBJAtakora10.446750.783520Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391846SékomkparoBJBorgou9.915993.405380Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391822SendéBJAtakora11.617293.498080Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395116BiangbébouBJAtakora10.383081.988830Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395260BassiniBJAtakora10.616251.977190Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394292GalataBJCollines8.102661.947950Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391061ToumapénouBJAlibori11.16292.852690Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395431BabiréBJBorgou9.673323.193510Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394486DouérouDouerou,DouérouBJBorgou9.305162.558760Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391348TchoukoangBJAtakora10.833340.926150Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394083Gogué KparaBJAtakora11.442323.475990Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393532KigaBJAtakora10.170542.145450Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395231BayakouBayakou,MbayakoBJDonga9.359221.744420Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391510TakotiétaBJAtakora10.337341.071840Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392673MoussitingouMossitingou,MoussitingouBJAtakora10.568821.404380Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393756KabogourouKabo,Kabogourou,KakoBJBorgou9.189993.05350Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395897AdiaïdèAdiaida,Adiaide,Adiaïdè,BiraBJDonga9.599211.390180Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395441AzovéAzome,Azomé,Azove,AzovéBJKouffo6.946721.702040Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391559SourouBJBorgou9.361362.531840Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393459KohobèKohobe,Kohobei,Kohobè,KohobéiBJDonga9.985591.369380Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394405FakounBJAlibori11.15982.29160Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393014KpéssanrouBJAlibori11.33712.488050Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393113KoutatiégouBJAtakora10.156031.126720Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395880AdjahoméBJKouffo7.051.80Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395636AlitokoumBJDonga9.752251.381120Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391045TouotéBJDonga9.598221.565380Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395371BakouBJDonga9.781271.620790Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395386BakaBJBorgou9.910543.04630Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394489DouanniBJAtakora10.138991.381850Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
12440150OuèssèBJAtlantiqueCommune of Ouidah6.402182.130230Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392567NiambaraBJAtakora11.12143.381960Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391296TiaBJAtakora11.352163.061860Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391800SerouBJBorgou8.874292.623990Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393693KandiKDC,Kandi,Kandis,kandi,kandy bynn,kang di,kndy bnyn,Канди,کاندی، بینن,کندی، بنین,カンディ,康迪,칸디BJAlibori11.134172.93861109701Africa/Porto-Novoseat of a first-order administrative division
2394956BouanriBouanri,Bouari,BuariBJBorgouBembereke10.203052.868840Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393860HouinHouinBJMonoLokossa6.632431.755370Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394404FanaBJAlibori10.75482.915320Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392256OurougouraBJBorgou9.127772.023690Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394061GonndeïzarBJDonga9.726291.509910Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393246KougabouBJBorgou10.132872.491010Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394878BouralangouBJAlibori10.947723.407020Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395200BékaouaraBekaouara,Bekawara,Békaouara,BékawaraBJBorgou10.234093.236290Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394045Gori BouniérouBJBorgou9.753882.54490Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394253GandokpéBJAlibori11.156872.921210Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391141TokoroTocro,TokoroBJAtakora10.271921.731240Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2390818YarikouBJAtakora10.391571.57290Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394461DoutémiBJAlibori10.778343.626780Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395594AngaraAngara,KoningaBJDonga9.711361.917340Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391196TiokaBJAtakora11.357873.031980Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393163KouolohonBJAtakora10.643651.082720Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393787IssaléBJPlateau6.933332.70Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394986BoroBoro,BorouBJBorgou9.505383.065660Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393880HogbahieHogbahie,Hogbaye,HogbayéBJZou7.279761.948560Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395703AkaradèAkarade,AkaradèBJDonga9.347681.420810Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393498KiroBJBorgou9.073912.583810Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394688DegladonoBJCollines7.851.766670Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2390809YatanrhaBJDonga9.624341.750760Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393603KawakérouBJBorgou9.498932.913150Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395523AtakouzarBJDonga9.711191.517430Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393426KokoroBJBorgou10.33092.756410Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392494NionéBJBorgou10.196852.877340Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395379BakayéréBJAlibori11.065272.866360Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391133TokpaBJAtlantique6.452.30Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391563Soun SounBJAlibori11.21612.319250Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2395899AdédéwoBJDonga9.431141.446730Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394990BoriBoriBJBorgouNdali9.753622.430730Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394698DébouBJBorgou9.865712.88970Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394239GankponzaliBJZou7.398861.75890Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2393555KétékpaBJZou7.183511.930750Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394271GandoBJCollines8.558831.696620Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392690MouéraBJBorgou9.891882.992760Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2390934WawiVanhoui,WawiBJDonga9.56691.810190Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394243GangouloBJBorgou9.634343.139130Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392933LèkpéBJZou7.606431.792720Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392336OuedjologonBJZou7.351.966670Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392745MissessinMissessin,MissessintoBJAtlantique6.509962.369040Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
12195565KaodjiBJPlateauCommune of Ketou7.54292.650070Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392262Ourouba-KouarouBJBorgou9.022212.524830Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391639SonouBJZou7.206092.00270Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2390857YagouenndaBJAlibori11.392872.497280Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392127PéssoulouBJBorgou10.345922.294630Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391478TandafaBJAtakora10.691871.634220Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392757MeundostiouriBJDonga9.716671.650Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2394964Bosou-AkidigbaBJZou7.416671.750Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2392491NionkalakaléNiokalakale,Nionkalakafe,Nionkalakafé,Nionkalakale,NionkalakaléBJBorgou10.122812.896380Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
10942297OroukayoBJAtakoraKouande10.31.733330Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2391964SangkoroBJDonga9.855061.805370Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2390733ZinkamèBJZou7.302121.946850Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place
2390778YétapoBJAtakora10.201841.379750Africa/Porto-Novopopulated place

Exploring Benin: A Geographical Perspective and Data Resource

Benin's Geography: A Gateway Between West Africa and the Atlantic

Benin, a country located in West Africa, is bordered by Togo to the west, Nigeria to the east, and Burkina Faso and Niger to the north, with its southern border along the Gulf of Guinea. The country spans roughly 112,622 square kilometers and features a diverse landscape that includes coastal plains, savannahs, forests, and hills. Benin’s geography plays a central role in shaping its climate, biodiversity, and agricultural activities, and has been pivotal to its historical and economic development.

The southern region of Benin is characterized by coastal areas that are flat and prone to flooding, providing fertile soil for agriculture and a robust fishing industry. The country’s largest river, the Ouémé, flows through the central region, creating a fertile basin that supports the livelihoods of many of its inhabitants. As you move north, the land rises into savannahs and hilly terrains, with forested areas towards the west. This diversity in geography supports a wide variety of ecosystems, from tropical forests to grasslands, making Benin a key location for both agriculture and biodiversity.

Understanding how Benin’s geographical features shape its cities, regions, and infrastructure is essential for effective planning and sustainable development. My geographic database on Benin offers detailed insights into the spatial distribution of cities, regions, and departments, including the precise latitude and longitude coordinates of key locations. This resource is invaluable for urban planners, researchers, and policymakers looking to understand the dynamics of the country’s geography and urbanization patterns.

Cities and Regions of Benin: The Urban-Rural Divide

Benin is divided into 12 administrative regions, which are further subdivided into departments and municipalities. These regions are a mix of urban centers and rural agricultural areas, each with its own geographical, cultural, and economic characteristics. The capital city, Porto-Novo, located in the southeastern part of the country near the coast, serves as the administrative center of the nation. It is a key city for governance and houses several important cultural landmarks, including traditional architecture and historical sites.

Cotonou, the largest city and economic hub of Benin, is located along the coastline to the west of Porto-Novo. As the country’s primary port city, Cotonou plays a vital role in trade and transportation, connecting Benin to the broader international market. The city’s geographical position near the Gulf of Guinea makes it an important focal point for the country’s industrial and commercial activities.

In contrast to the urbanized southern region, Benin’s northern regions are more rural, with an economy centered around agriculture, including the production of cotton, maize, and yams. Cities like Parakou and Natitingou, located in the north, are smaller and less densely populated but serve as key regional centers for trade and agriculture. The north is also home to hilly landscapes and forested areas, which influence the local economy and the way people live.

Through the geographic database I’ve developed, users can explore detailed information about the cities, regions, and administrative divisions of Benin, along with their corresponding latitude and longitude coordinates. This data is crucial for understanding how geography influences urbanization, resource distribution, and infrastructure development across the country.

Latitude and Longitude: Mapping Benin’s Spatial Distribution

Latitude and longitude coordinates are fundamental to understanding the exact positioning of cities and regions within Benin. These coordinates help to visualize how cities and towns are spread across the country, providing insights into their relationship with geographical features such as rivers, coastlines, and elevated terrains. The southern cities, such as Cotonou and Porto-Novo, benefit from their proximity to the coastline, supporting economic activities related to trade, fishing, and tourism. Conversely, the northern regions of the country, such as Djougou and Parakou, face different challenges due to their inland location and higher elevation.

The precise latitude and longitude coordinates provided in the geographic database enable users to analyze how Benin’s cities interact with their natural environment and each other. For example, Cotonou’s proximity to the Gulf of Guinea allows for easy access to maritime trade routes, while the northern cities, with their elevation and distance from the coast, have different transportation and economic needs. By using this geographic data, planners and policymakers can make more informed decisions about infrastructure development, resource allocation, and disaster risk management.

Regional Characteristics and Their Influence on Benin’s Economy

Benin’s geographic divisions are closely tied to its economic activities. The southern region, including cities like Cotonou and Porto-Novo, is heavily focused on trade, industry, and services. The country’s port at Cotonou serves as a gateway for imports and exports, with the city’s infrastructure supporting industries such as oil, textiles, and food processing. The southern region also includes the country’s major agricultural areas, particularly for crops like palm oil, cashews, and cacao, which are important for both domestic consumption and export.

In contrast, the northern regions of Benin, including Djougou and Parakou, have a more agricultural-based economy, with a focus on subsistence farming and the production of crops such as cotton, maize, and millet. The region’s proximity to neighboring countries like Burkina Faso and Niger also contributes to trade and cross-border commerce. The geographic database allows users to analyze how these regional characteristics, from coastal access in the south to agricultural production in the north, influence the distribution of cities and towns and their economic activities.

The data available through the geographic database can be used to explore regional disparities, identify areas for investment, and help direct resources to regions in need of development. For instance, while the southern cities may need further infrastructure development to support growing industrial activity, northern regions may require investments in agriculture and rural development to improve productivity and living standards.

Geographic Data for Sustainable Development in Benin

As Benin continues to grow and modernize, geographic data plays an increasingly important role in ensuring sustainable development. The country’s diverse geography presents both challenges and opportunities for urbanization, resource management, and environmental conservation. By utilizing accurate geographic coordinates and spatial data, policymakers can plan for future development that balances economic growth with the preservation of natural resources.

For example, understanding the precise locations of key agricultural regions and urban centers can help direct investment in infrastructure and services. Similarly, data on the geographic distribution of forests, rivers, and wetlands is essential for managing natural resources, mitigating the impacts of climate change, and ensuring the long-term sustainability of ecosystems. The geographic database I have created provides all of this information, helping to support informed decision-making in the areas of urban planning, agriculture, and environmental protection.

Conclusion: Leveraging Geographic Data for Benin’s Future

Benin’s geography is a crucial factor in shaping the country’s development, economy, and urbanization. From its fertile coastal plains to its hilly northern regions, the country’s geography influences everything from infrastructure to resource management. By utilizing the comprehensive geographic database, which includes latitude and longitude coordinates for each city, region, and department, users can gain valuable insights into how Benin’s cities and towns are distributed and how they interact with their surrounding environment. This data is essential for making informed decisions about sustainable growth, resource management, and infrastructure development, ensuring that Benin’s future is shaped by its unique geographical features and opportunities.

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  • Geoname_ID: This is a unique identifier for each place or geographical name in the Geoname database.
  • City: The name of the place, which can be a town, village or any other form of human settlement.
  • Alternate_Name: Other names or appellations that the place may have. These alternative names may be in different languages, dialects or even local names.
  • Country_Code: This is the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 code for the country in which the place is located. For example, "US" for the United States, "FR" for France.
  • Region: This represents the first-order administrative division in which the location is situated. For example, this could be a state, province or territory.
  • Sub_region: This is a second-order administrative division, such as a county or district, within the region.
  • Latitude: The geographical latitude of the location, usually in decimal degrees.
  • Longitude: The geographical longitude of the location, also usually in decimal degrees.
  • Elevation: The elevation or altitude of the location in relation to sea level, usually measured in metres.
  • Population: The estimated number of inhabitants or population of the location.
  • Timezone: The time zone in which the location is located, in accordance with global time zone standards.
  • Fcode_Name: This is a code that categorises the type of location. For example, "PPL" could mean a populated place, while "PPLC" could be the capital of a political entity.
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