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

Maldives
Maldives
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Last update : 15 January 2025.

Country
Maldives
Capitale
Male
Number of cities
111
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This is the best list of 111 cities in the Maldives 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 Maldives file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:


Geoname_IDCityAlternate_NameCountry_CodeRegionSub_regionLatitudeLongitudeElevationPopulationTimezoneFcode_Name
10172994ThoddooMVNorthern Ari Atoll4.4381172.959690Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7909870HulhudhooMVSeenu-0.5927873.227870Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910005DharavandhooDRV,DharavandhooMVBaa Atholhu5.1582573.132560Indian/Maldivespopulated place
9886386GoidhooMVBaa Atholhu4.8730772.997460Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8199139Ari AtollMV3.8824472.831890Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910019KudarikiluMVBaa Atholhu5.2998573.071180Indian/Maldivespopulated place
10860991MeedhooMVDhaalu Atholhu2.9981673.00650Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103673VaikaradhooMVHaa Dhaalu Atholhu6.5505372.953510Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8516199HulumidoHuludu,HulumidoMVSeenu-0.5947473.22740Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6930996HulhumaleMVKaafu Atoll4.2116973.540085000Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11428107ThulusdhooMVKaafu Atoll4.3742173.652690Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692743EboodhooMVKaafu Atoll4.0833773.512350Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337616NaifaruMVFaadhippolhu Atoll5.4443873.365715044Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
7910001ThulhaadhooMVBaa Atholhu5.0223872.839780Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337610ThinadhooThinadhooMVGaafu Dhaalu Atoll0.530672.999696376Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
11103186KelaaMVHaa Alifu Atholhu6.9543773.216150Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692740VihamanaafushiMVKaafu Atoll4.2264373.519860Indian/Maldivespopulated place
10630175NilandhooMVGaafu Alif Atoll0.6359773.446460Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103191FeridhooMVNorthern Ari Atoll4.051672.724210Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692739ThulhaagiriMVKaafu Atoll4.3115473.487590Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8199141South Malé AtollSued-Male-Atoll,Süd-Malé-AtollMVKaafu Atoll473.416670Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8199133Vabbinfaru IslandMVKaafu Atoll4.3097973.423850Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874642GaadhooMVLaamu1.8187973.449650Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910004MaalhosMVBaa Atholhu5.1343773.108180Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692741ZiyaaraiyfushiMVKaafu Atoll4.5335273.372490Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11777962MaafushiMVKaafu Atoll3.9423173.490713000Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874674MundooMVLaamu2.014273.534410Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337623FelidhooFelidhooMVVaavu Atholhu3.4718273.54699541Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
1337605MahibadhooMahibadhooMVSouthern Ari Atoll3.7571372.968932156Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
6692730BodubadosMVKaafu Atoll4.2697273.491840Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692744EboodhoofinolhuMVKaafu Atoll4.1033673.525230Indian/Maldivespopulated place
12088818MaafaruMVNoonu Atoll5.8307873.47944700Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8199134Dhunikolhu IslandMVBaa Atholhu5.039872.881430Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874647KunahandhooMVLaamu1.7827673.367390Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8199138Kunfunadhoo IslandMVBaa Atholhu5.1128973.077150Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874669MaavahMVLaamu1.885473.243960Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11694901BileiydhooMVFaafu Atholhu3.1168272.985180Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11694902FeealiMVFaafu Atholhu3.2694973.002950Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337609ViligiliViligili,VillingiliMVGaafu Alif Atoll0.7590673.432962925Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
11776643GaadhiffushiMVThaa Atholhu2.2520573.21293239Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910632VilufushiMVThaa Atholhu2.5030673.308592077Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910008DhonfanuMVBaa Atholhu5.1878873.12320Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337619Un’goofaaruU’ngoofaaru,Ugoofaaru,Un’goofaaru,Un’goofaaru,U’ngoofaaruMVRaa Atoll5.6681273.030171575Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
6692728Hakuraa HuraaMVMeemu Atholhu2.8538373.538890Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874643MaamendhooMVLaamu1.8168273.389190Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103192HimandhooMVNorthern Ari Atoll3.9208672.744150Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1281980MeedhooMVSeenu-0.5833373.233331726Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910627BuruniMVDhaalu Atholhu2.5590573.10749577Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910010KamadhooMVBaa Atholhu5.2810573.13710Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7648558GanMVLaamu1.9232273.544680Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103468GuraidhooMVKaafu Atoll3.9004573.4662311800Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103185VelidhooMVNoonu Atoll5.6643173.272670Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874673DhanbidhooMVLaamu2.0958673.546090Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103187FulidhooMVVaavu Atholhu3.6805573.415520Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11776468Kuda HuuraMVKaafu Atoll4.3282273.597610Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7931877DiyamigiliMVThaa Atholhu2.3404773.3388763Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692736Kanu HuraaMVKaafu Atoll4.318373.591750Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337608MagoodhooMVFaafu Atholhu3.0792272.96488453Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7911024MadifushiMVThaa Atholhu2.3558273.354731110Indian/Maldivespopulated place
12494177NilandhooNilandhooMVFaafu Atholhu3.0566772.890Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
11103190MaakurathuMVRaa Atoll5.6070673.045030Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6942026ThamburudhooMV4.4166773.50Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337614NolhivaranfaruMVHaa Dhaalu Atholhu6.7017873.11848448Indian/Maldivespopulated place
12547301Maagau Island TownMVDhaalu Atholhu2.9476972.914730Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874640KalhaidhooMVLaamu1.9873173.536940Indian/Maldivespopulated place
8594082UkulhasMVNorthern Ari Atoll4.2150772.864550Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337620FunadhooFND,Farukolhufunadhoo,FunadhooMVShaviyani Atholhu6.1509173.290132900Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
7874641FonadhooMVLaamu1.8324373.502571773Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
11128180GaafaruMVKaafu Atoll4.7354873.499290Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1282256HithadhooHitaddu,HithadhooMVSeenu-0.673.083339927Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
6692738MeerufenfushiMVKaafu Atoll4.4535573.716890Indian/Maldivespopulated place
9973321HimmafushiMVKaafu Atoll4.3096773.570790Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692737Lankan FinolhuMVKaafu Atoll4.2852673.553980Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692726VilamendhooMVSouthern Ari Atoll3.8496372.954040Indian/Maldivespopulated place
12196228VaadhooMVGaafu Dhaalu Atoll0.2266873.272621471Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692727Filitheyo IslandMVFaafu Atholhu3.2137573.036620Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7874672IsdhooMVLaamu2.1142273.561360Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337612DhihdhooDhidhdhoo,DhihdhooMVHaa Alifu Atholhu6.8874473.114023039Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
7910009KihaadhooMVBaa Atholhu5.2149873.125170Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11694904DharanboodhooMVFaafu Atholhu3.061572.925440Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337606EydhafushiMVBaa Atholhu5.1032773.070782808Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
8629835DhangethiMVSouthern Ari Atoll3.6076572.95540Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337607KudahuvadhooDDD,KudahuvadhooMVDhaalu Atholhu2.6707572.894371562Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
7910002HithaadhooMVBaa Atholhu5.0060472.923040Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1282286HanimaadhooHAQ,Hanimaadhoo,hanimadu,ހަނިމާދޫMVHaa Dhaalu Atholhu6.7648573.175640Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11694900MaamigiliMVSouthern Ari Atoll3.651372.819610Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692731EriyaduMVKaafu Atoll4.5902973.414250Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1282027MaleMLE,Maale,Male,Malé,Malė,ma lei,ma lu,male,malle,mare,Μαλέ,Мале,מאלה,މާލެ,माले,মালে,மாலே,มาเล,มาเล่,マレ,瑪律,馬累,말레MVKaafu Atoll4.1752173.50916103693Indian/Maldivescapital of a political entity
6692742KuramathiKuramati,КураматиMVNorthern Ari Atoll4.2588572.98286500Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337618ManadhooManadhooMVNoonu Atoll5.7668773.41361580Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
1337622VeymandooVeymandhoo,VeymandooMVThaa Atholhu2.1877273.095561100Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
11103189DhigurahMVNorthern Ari Atoll3.5351472.928960Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11550509HoarafushiHRF,HoarafushiMVHaa Alifu Atholhu6.9824972.895850Indian/Maldivespopulated place
9179518RasdhooMVNorthern Ari Atoll4.2624972.992090Indian/Maldivespopulated place
1337611FuvahmulahFoammulah,Fuvahmulaku,fuva‘mula‘,ފުވައްމުލައްMVGnyaviyani Atoll-0.2987873.4240311140Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
1337617MuliMuliMVMeemu Atholhu2.9216773.581111008Indian/Maldivesseat of a first-order administrative division
8199135Nord Malé AtollMale Atoll,Malé Atoll,Nord Male Atoll,Nord Malé Atoll,North Male Atoll,North Malé AtollMVKaafu Atoll4.4166773.500130Indian/Maldivespopulated place
11103188KurendhooMVFaadhippolhu Atoll5.3338773.463660Indian/Maldivespopulated place
6692729MedhufushiMVMeemu Atholhu2.8843473.575320Indian/Maldivespopulated place
7910021KendhooMVBaa Atholhu5.2746473.010670Indian/Maldivespopulated place

The Maldives: A Geographical Gem in the Indian Ocean

A Nation of Islands

The Maldives, an archipelago of over 1,000 islands scattered across the Indian Ocean, is a place where geography and natural beauty are intimately intertwined. Known for its pristine white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, and vibrant coral reefs, the Maldives represents a unique and fragile ecosystem that draws tourists and researchers from around the world. Yet beneath its tropical allure lies a complex geographical makeup that extends beyond the idyllic resorts and island retreats.

Understanding the Maldives geographically requires more than just a glance at its beaches. This island nation is made up of 26 atolls, each consisting of a cluster of islands, creating a patchwork of regions that differ significantly in terms of development, accessibility, and environmental concerns. To truly grasp the spatial organization and dynamics of the country, one must delve into the data on its cities, regions, and departments. Detailed geographical information about these areas—combined with exact coordinates—offers insight into the intricate layers of governance, infrastructure, and natural resources that shape the Maldives.

Mapping the Islands: Cities, Regions, and Departments

The Maldives may seem simple at first glance, with its tropical islands dotting the ocean. However, the country is divided into several administrative regions, each containing a number of islands that serve different functions. The capital city, Malé, located on one of the most densely populated islands, acts as the political and economic center of the nation. While Malé is the epicenter, other islands such as Addu, Fuvahmulah, and Hinnavaru, as well as the smaller inhabited islands, also contribute to the country’s cultural and administrative life.

Each of these islands falls under various regions and departments, with their own local governance structures that deal with everything from resource management to local infrastructure development. Obtaining data on the exact names and locations of these cities and regions is essential for anyone looking to study the Maldives in more detail. By mapping out these urban and rural areas, one can uncover patterns of human habitation, trade, and settlement that are influenced by geography and history.

Moreover, such data allows for a more nuanced understanding of the Maldives' population distribution. The densely populated Malé contrasts sharply with the sparsely inhabited, rural islands, creating a landscape where geographic constraints shape much of the nation’s political and economic strategies. Whether analyzing the effect of the country’s geography on its economy or understanding how regional resources are managed, access to detailed data on cities and regions is indispensable.

The Role of Geographic Coordinates

Latitude and longitude data are the foundation of geographic exploration, and for a nation like the Maldives, which consists of islands scattered across a vast ocean, these coordinates provide a precise way to understand the spatial relationships between different locations. Each island and atoll has its own set of coordinates, which help geographers pinpoint not just the cities but also areas of interest such as fishing zones, conservation areas, and tourist destinations.

For example, knowing the coordinates of an island like Maafushi, which is known for its local tourism, or the more remote and ecologically significant island of Hanimaadhoo, helps map out the connectivity and isolation between different regions. Latitude and longitude data also support efforts in environmental protection, as the Maldives is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change, including rising sea levels. These coordinates assist researchers in monitoring changes in the landscape, understanding how climate change affects different parts of the archipelago, and planning strategies to mitigate the impact of environmental degradation.

Obtaining geographic data for each city and island, such as their exact latitude and longitude, can offer essential insights into the Maldives’ geographical challenges. By using this data, one can also analyze the accessibility of different islands, track transportation routes, and enhance the understanding of how the islands' geography affects everything from tourism to resource distribution.

Geographic Factors Influencing Development and Infrastructure

The Maldives’ geographical layout—comprising low-lying islands, many of which are vulnerable to sea-level rise—poses unique challenges in terms of infrastructure and development. The concentration of resources and population in Malé creates pressure on the capital, while other islands face difficulties in terms of connectivity, development, and access to essential services. In such a context, understanding the exact geographical layout of the islands, including detailed data on cities and regions, is crucial for informed decision-making.

The interrelationship between geography and development becomes even clearer when considering the nation's efforts to enhance sustainability and infrastructure. In some parts of the country, the need for infrastructure such as water desalination plants, solar energy installations, and waste management systems is vital, while other, more remote islands may not have the same access to resources. Geographical data, including coordinates, can inform decisions about where to build infrastructure or where additional resources are needed.

Furthermore, understanding the locations and regions of the Maldives through geographic coordinates helps in planning emergency responses, particularly in the face of natural disasters such as tsunamis or cyclones. The Maldives is vulnerable to such events, and precise data on the locations of cities and islands is key to effective disaster management, allowing authorities to plan evacuation routes, place emergency facilities, and identify at-risk areas.

Unlocking the Geographical Potential of the Maldives

To truly unlock the potential of the Maldives’ geographical landscape, obtaining detailed data on the cities, regions, and departments of this island nation is essential. By gaining access to comprehensive geographic data—such as the precise locations of cities, islands, and their respective coordinates—researchers and policymakers can better understand the spatial and economic dynamics that define the Maldives.

The data on these regions allows for a deeper understanding of how geography influences everything from urban planning to environmental conservation and resource management. Whether one is looking to map out the effects of tourism, track population growth, or monitor changes in the coastal environment, having access to detailed geographic information provides the necessary tools for analysis and strategic planning.

For those looking to study the Maldives in-depth, having accurate geographic coordinates and data about the country’s cities, regions, and islands is invaluable. Such information serves as the foundation for a more comprehensive understanding of this unique nation, helping to guide future research, development, and conservation efforts in a way that is both informed and sustainable.

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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.
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