Mauritius cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 15 January 2025.
This is the best list of 512 cities in the Mauritius 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.
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Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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1106631 | Plaines des Roches | Plaines des Roches | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.11167 | 57.69083 | 4218 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934338 | Le Val | MU | Grand Port | -20.35472 | 57.62083 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934663 | Camp Accacia | Camp Accacia,Camp Cassia | MU | Grand Port | -20.46389 | 57.66111 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934380 | La Rampe - Le Moirt | La Rampe,La Rampe - Le Moirt | MU | Grand Port | -20.42583 | 57.63167 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934763 | Beau Champ | MU | Flacq | -20.27139 | 57.76639 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1547457 | La Fouche | MU | Rodrigues | -19.73889 | 63.38194 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106700 | Sainte Madeleine | MU | Grand Port | -20.36056 | 57.63417 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106621 | Congomah | Congomah | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.14889 | 57.59083 | 1956 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934198 | Petite Case Noyale | Petite Case Noyale | MU | Black River | -20.39306 | 57.365 | 1525 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934804 | Amitié | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.15 | 57.56667 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934303 | Mare Tabac | MU | Grand Port | -20.43583 | 57.58861 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934379 | La Rosa | MU | Grand Port | -20.41361 | 57.61694 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106611 | Péreybère | Pereybere,Pereybèré | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -19.99883 | 57.5885 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934155 | Pont Praslin | Pont Praslin,Pont Prastin | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.14944 | 57.6325 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934126 | Queen Victoria | Queen Victoria | MU | Flacq | -20.22 | 57.7075 | 3025 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934809 | Alma | MU | Moka | -20.2409 | 57.57458 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
933988 | Surinam | Surinam | MU | Savanne | -20.50972 | 57.50528 | 10621 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106738 | Camp Mapou | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.33222 | 57.46528 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106697 | Bémanique | MU | Grand Port | -20.37278 | 57.58639 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934685 | Bonne Veine | MU | Moka | -20.23806 | 57.58778 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934378 | La Rotraite | MU | -20.2 | 57.46667 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||||
934746 | Bel Étang | MU | Flacq | -20.23972 | 57.65639 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934085 | Roches Noire | Roche Noire,Roche Noires,Roches Noire,Roches Noires | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.11111 | 57.71222 | 5733 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106732 | Saint Antoine | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.28139 | 57.52389 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934410 | Labourdonnais | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.06833 | 57.61 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106761 | Canot | MU | Black River | -20.2175 | 57.42167 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106660 | Ecroignard | Ecroignard | MU | Flacq | -20.22611 | 57.73611 | 5952 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106623 | Îlot | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.13 | 57.5725 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934037 | Saint Martin | Saint Martin,Sen-Marten,Сен-Мартен | MU | Savanne | -20.49639 | 57.38833 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934573 | Crève Coeur | Creve Coeur,Crève Coeur | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.19346 | 57.56328 | 3097 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934400 | Dagotière | Dagotiere,Dagotière,La Dagotiere,La Dagotière | MU | Moka | -20.24476 | 57.56188 | 6915 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934329 | L’Union | L’Union,L’Union,Union | MU | -20.5 | 57.46667 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1547490 | Petit Gravier | MU | Rodrigues | -19.72778 | 63.48333 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106792 | Malherbes | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.30917 | 57.52472 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
933930 | Vieux Grand Port | Old Grand Port,Vieux Grand Port | MU | Grand Port | -20.37444 | 57.71899 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934386 | La Mecque | MU | Black River | -20.24861 | 57.38944 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106783 | Vuillemin | MU | Moka | -20.255 | 57.58472 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1545752 | Port Mathurin | Port Mathurin | MU | Rodrigues | -19.68333 | 63.41667 | 6000 | Indian/Mauritius | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
934459 | Grand Sable | Grand Sable | MU | Grand Port | -20.31417 | 57.76444 | 2208 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106753 | Beaux Songes | MU | Black River | -20.27806 | 57.41944 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106748 | Ebene | Ebene City,Ebene CyberCity | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.24494 | 57.49163 | 1001 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934260 | Mont Blanc | MU | Savanne | -20.47889 | 57.47444 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934182 | Petit Verger | MU | Moka | -20.21628 | 57.52569 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106784 | Petit Paquet | MU | Moka | -20.27472 | 57.65528 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106707 | Tyack | Tyack | MU | Savanne | -20.47611 | 57.55194 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1545741 | Trèfles | MU | -19.68333 | 63.46667 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||||
934015 | Savinia | MU | Grand Port | -20.47444 | 57.63306 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
933998 | Sottise | MU | -20.02083 | 57.57222 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||||
933925 | Ville d’Apray | Ville d’Apray,Ville d’Avray,Ville d’Apray,Ville d’Avray | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.33639 | 57.56306 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934456 | Gros Bois | Gros Bois | MU | Grand Port | -20.43778 | 57.60722 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106690 | Plein Bois | MU | Grand Port | -20.4575 | 57.62111 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106782 | Espérance | MU | Moka | -20.23075 | 57.59583 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934089 | Grande Rivière Noire | Black River,Grand Riviere Noire,Grand Rivière Noire,Grande Riviere Noire,Grande Rivière Noire,Riviere Noire,Rivière Noire | MU | Black River | -20.36028 | 57.36611 | 2361 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934436 | Hervé | Bois Pougnet,Herve,Hervé | MU | Moka | -20.26667 | 57.6 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106716 | L’Embrasure | MU | Black River | -20.46417 | 57.33639 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106828 | River Side | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.2775 | 57.49667 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
933997 | Souffleur | MU | Grand Port | -20.48167 | 57.63889 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106817 | Coromandel | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.19344 | 57.46842 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934517 | Flic en Flac | Flic en Flac,Flic-en-Flacq | MU | Black River | -20.27417 | 57.36306 | 2010 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
7289494 | Balaclava | MU | -20.08326 | 57.51566 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||||
1106699 | Saint Hilaire | MU | Grand Port | -20.37361 | 57.64083 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934266 | Mon Piton | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.08917 | 57.62444 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934660 | Camp Diable | Camp Diable | MU | Savanne | -20.46278 | 57.57889 | 5082 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106667 | Clavet | MU | Flacq | -20.29861 | 57.69778 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106598 | Madame Azor | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.03 | 57.66111 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106705 | Senneville | MU | Savanne | -20.50111 | 57.55 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934000 | Solitude | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.07775 | 57.54627 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1547484 | Patate Théophile | MU | Rodrigues | -19.7 | 63.48333 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934622 | Chantenay | Chantenay,Chantenuy | MU | Moka | -20.21713 | 57.52009 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934413 | La Barraque | La Baraque,La Barraque | MU | Grand Port | -20.46694 | 57.61944 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934735 | Belle Vue Pilot | Belle Vue,Belle Vue Pilot | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.05486 | 57.58365 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106594 | L’Espérance | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.08639 | 57.63556 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934786 | Baie Mannioc | Baie Manioc,Baie Mannioc,Bon Manioc | MU | Flacq | -20.29139 | 57.73 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934402 | La Crete | MU | Black River | -20.41944 | 57.37944 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934349 | Le Plessis | Le Plessis,Pelissis | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.11472 | 57.5975 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934692 | Bon Air | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.06194 | 57.56194 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106672 | Belle Vue Allendy | MU | Flacq | -20.18833 | 57.69861 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106741 | Glen Park | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.32111 | 57.47833 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1545799 | Coromandel | MU | Rodrigues | -19.71389 | 63.475 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934181 | Phoenix | Phoenix | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.28667 | 57.50222 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106585 | Baie du Cap | Baie du Cap,Be-dju-Kap,Бе-дю-Кап | MU | Savanne | -20.48833 | 57.37056 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
1106685 | Pointe d’Esny | MU | Grand Port | -20.43035 | 57.72693 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106595 | Poudre d’Or Hamlet | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.07694 | 57.64778 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106793 | Eaux Coulée | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.30417 | 57.5175 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106742 | Holyrood | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.30972 | 57.4675 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934798 | Antoinette | MU | Rivière du Rempart | -20.12167 | 57.63417 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106646 | Bramsthan | Bramsthan,Camp Marcelin | MU | Flacq | -20.20972 | 57.73056 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934708 | Bois Chéri | MU | Savanne | -20.41944 | 57.5325 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934658 | Camp Malgache | MU | Black River | -20.33 | 57.40167 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934570 | Curepipe | Curepipe,K’jurpajp,Kiurpipas,Kjurpajp,Kjurpip,ju er pi pu,kulepipe,kur pip,kwrybyb,kyurupippu,Кьюрпайп,Кюрпип,Кјурпајп,كوريبيب,کیورپیپہ,กูร์ปีป,キュールピップ,居爾皮普,쿠레피페 | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.31628 | 57.52594 | 78618 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934162 | Pointe aux Canonniers | Pointe aux Cannoniers,Pointe aux Canonniers | MU | Pamplemousses | -20.00833 | 57.56 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934754 | Beau Vallon | Beau Vallon | MU | Grand Port | -20.35 | 57.68333 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||
934257 | Mont Ida | MU | -20.23889 | 57.63083 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | ||||
1547543 | Solitude | MU | Rodrigues | -19.68611 | 63.4375 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934762 | Beau Champ | MU | Savanne | -20.49806 | 57.43361 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106788 | Dubreuil | MU | Moka | -20.30132 | 57.59861 | 2726 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1106829 | Saint Paul | MU | Plaines Wilhems | -20.28778 | 57.50444 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
12168299 | Gentilly | MU | Moka | -20.22539 | 57.51221 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
1547520 | Baie Topaze | MU | Rodrigues | -19.72917 | 63.36111 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place | |||
934109 | Riche Bois | MU | Savanne | -20.45639 | 57.57694 | 0 | Indian/Mauritius | populated place |
Mauritius: A Geographical Analysis of the Island Nation
An Island of Diversity
Mauritius, an island nation located in the Indian Ocean, is a geographical wonder that blends a rich history, diverse cultures, and striking natural beauty. Known for its white sandy beaches, crystal-clear lagoons, and rugged volcanic landscapes, Mauritius is a melting pot of diverse ecosystems and human settlements. The country is composed of the main island of Mauritius, along with several smaller islands, including Rodrigues, Agalega, and several smaller islets.
The geography of Mauritius is shaped by its volcanic origin, with the island featuring a central plateau surrounded by coastal plains and mountains. These geographical features not only define the landscape but also influence human settlement patterns, agricultural practices, and infrastructure development. Understanding the geography of Mauritius involves more than just appreciating its natural beauty; it requires a closer look at its cities, regions, and administrative divisions, which are intricately linked to the country’s development and sustainability.
For those interested in exploring the island’s geography further, obtaining detailed data on the cities, regions, and departments of Mauritius, including the precise latitude and longitude of each city, offers valuable insights into the spatial organization of the island. This data is essential for geographers, urban planners, and policymakers to understand the dynamics of urban growth, resource distribution, and environmental conservation.
Cities and Regions: Understanding the Urban-Rural Divide
Mauritius is divided into nine districts, each of which is further subdivided into smaller municipalities and regions. The capital city, Port Louis, is the economic and political center of the island, located on the northwest coast. Port Louis is surrounded by the scenic Port Louis Mountain and is the hub of Mauritius' commercial and industrial activities, making it the most densely populated and developed part of the island.
Other important urban centers include Quatre Bornes, Beau Bassin-Rose Hill, and Vacoas-Phoenix, all of which are located in close proximity to the capital and form the island’s economic core. These cities serve as key nodes for transportation, trade, and services, while the rural areas to the south and east remain focused on agriculture, particularly sugar production, and more recently, eco-tourism.
The island’s administrative structure also includes regions such as Flacq, Grand Port, and Pamplemousses, each with its own geographical and economic characteristics. The coastal areas are vital to the country’s tourism industry, with major resorts and beaches lining the coastline, while the inland regions are more rural, with lush forests and plantations offering natural beauty and resources.
Obtaining data on the cities, regions, and departments of Mauritius is critical for understanding how the island has been shaped by both its geography and its historical development. By studying the precise geographic coordinates and boundaries of these regions, one can better understand how settlements have evolved and how infrastructure has been developed to support the population’s needs.
Latitude and Longitude: Unlocking Geographic Precision
Latitude and longitude are essential tools for understanding the precise location of each settlement on the island. In Mauritius, the use of geographic coordinates helps pinpoint not only the urban centers but also rural towns, agricultural regions, and coastal areas. Understanding the exact latitude and longitude of cities like Port Louis or Mahebourg, or even smaller towns like Bel Air or Albion, provides a deeper insight into their spatial relationships with the environment and other regions.
For instance, the latitude and longitude of Port Louis give important clues about the city’s proximity to both the Indian Ocean and the central plateau. This geographic positioning has historically made it an ideal location for trade and settlement, with easy access to the sea and strategic positioning for shipping routes. The geographic coordinates of other cities, such as Curepipe, which sits at a higher altitude on the island, offer insights into how the island's natural landscape influences urbanization and settlement patterns.
Moreover, by obtaining latitude and longitude data, it becomes easier to explore how the distribution of urban centers correlates with the availability of resources like freshwater, fertile land for agriculture, and access to transportation networks. These geographic coordinates are invaluable tools for anyone studying Mauritius' development, particularly in understanding how human settlements have adapted to the island’s terrain and climate.
Environmental Geography: Volcanic Landscapes and Coastal Ecosystems
Mauritius’ natural environment is a defining feature of the island’s geography. The island’s volcanic origin has shaped its topography, creating a series of mountain ranges, including the Moka Mountains, Black River Mountains, and the central plateau. These mountains, along with the island’s fertile volcanic soils, have supported the island’s agricultural activities, particularly the cultivation of sugar cane, tea, and other crops.
In addition to the volcanic landscape, Mauritius boasts a range of coastal ecosystems, including coral reefs, mangroves, and sandy beaches. These coastal areas are critical to the island’s biodiversity and serve as key attractions for tourism, which is a major part of the country’s economy. The island’s coral reefs, in particular, are home to a diverse array of marine species, making them a focal point for environmental conservation efforts.
Understanding the geography of Mauritius requires a comprehensive view of how these environmental features are distributed across the island. The exact location of towns, agricultural zones, and tourist hotspots, along with the availability of natural resources, can help guide decisions about land use, conservation, and sustainable development.
For instance, by obtaining the geographic coordinates of areas like Bel Ombre or Le Morne, one can assess the environmental challenges faced by these regions, such as coastal erosion, deforestation, and the impacts of climate change. Accessing precise geographic data helps support efforts to mitigate these challenges while promoting sustainable practices that protect the island’s unique ecosystems.
Sustainable Development and the Role of Geographic Data
As Mauritius continues to grow and develop, understanding its geography through detailed data on cities, regions, and coordinates becomes increasingly important. With its small land area and limited resources, the island faces challenges in terms of land use, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure development. Access to accurate geographic data, including the latitude and longitude of cities and regions, provides critical insights for addressing these challenges.
By studying the geographic distribution of urban centers and rural areas, policymakers and urban planners can develop strategies for sustainable development. For example, understanding the distribution of population density across the island can help with planning for housing, transportation, and the delivery of services such as water and electricity. Geographic data also supports conservation efforts, helping to identify vulnerable areas that need protection, such as fragile coastal ecosystems or forested regions that are at risk of deforestation.
The ability to obtain geographic data for each city, region, and department allows for more informed decisions about resource allocation, urbanization, and environmental management. Whether dealing with the impacts of climate change, managing agricultural land, or planning for future growth, having access to reliable and precise geographic data is key to ensuring that Mauritius develops in a way that is both sustainable and resilient.
Conclusion
Mauritius is an island of immense geographical diversity, from its volcanic landscapes and fertile plateaus to its pristine coastlines and bustling cities. By obtaining detailed data on the locations, regions, and departments of the island, including the latitude and longitude of its cities, we can gain a deeper understanding of the factors that shape Mauritius’ development. This geographic data is invaluable for making informed decisions about urban planning, environmental conservation, and sustainable growth, ensuring that the island continues to thrive in the face of both environmental challenges and economic opportunities.
FaQ about Mauritius
- 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.