Micronesia cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 10 December 2024.
This is the best list of 411 cities in the Micronesia 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 Micronesia file that you are going to retrieve. The data is displayed here in the form of a table:
Geoname_ID | City | Alternate_Name | Country_Code | Region | Sub_region | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Population | Timezone | Fcode_Name |
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2082135 | Finfukul | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.36821 | 163.00708 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | |
7647075 | Falalop Village | FM | Yap | Ulithi Municipality | 10.0162 | 139.78735 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
4044265 | Peiai | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.87239 | 158.28549 | 25 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
1559057 | Kadaay | Kaday | FM | Yap | Weloy Municipality | 9.53672 | 138.0872 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4042899 | Meseniko | FM | Chuuk | Siis Municipality | 7.29694 | 151.82637 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4041825 | Seidihne | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.9433 | 158.27497 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4042854 | Meseiku | FM | Chuuk | Fefen Municipality | 7.33308 | 151.8409 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4044291 | Pahntipwe | FM | Pohnpei | Sokehs Municipality | 6.9505 | 158.15143 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4044170 | Amachang | Amadjang,Amatang,Amwachang,Unun En Amachang | FM | Chuuk | Tolensom Municipality | 7.35355 | 151.6364 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4043157 | Feini | Fein,Feyin | FM | Chuuk | Fefen Municipality | 7.34607 | 151.83006 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4042572 | Sapota | FM | Chuuk | Uman-Fonuweisom Municipality | 7.29792 | 151.88813 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4042478 | Wiya | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.36939 | 162.99825 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | |
1559104 | Gachpar | Gachapar,Gachepar,Gadjebar,Gatchaparu,Gatchiyapuru,Gatjapar,Gatschapa,Gatschapar,Gochepa | FM | Yap | Gagil Municipality | 9.5404 | 138.18535 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
7627585 | Namoluk Village | FM | Chuuk | Namoluk Municipality | 5.92197 | 153.11889 | 407 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
2082284 | Chun | Ccun,Djun | FM | Chuuk | Tonoas Municipality | 7.37526 | 151.86255 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
7626602 | Tofol Village | FM | Kosrae | Lelu Municipality | 5.32714 | 163.00778 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | ||
1558721 | Tageegiin | Tagagin,Tagegin,Tagenen | FM | Yap | Dalipebinaw Municipality | 9.51941 | 138.08276 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4044449 | Nukan | FM | Chuuk | Siis Municipality | 7.30422 | 151.82165 | 8 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2081898 | Monowe | Molove,Molower,Monowa | FM | Chuuk | Udot-Fonuweisom Municipality | 7.3781 | 151.7106 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
7647074 | Asor | Yasor | FM | Yap | Ulithi Municipality | 10.02838 | 139.76469 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4043371 | Alamoar | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.96254 | 158.26198 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4044720 | Peniamwan | FM | Chuuk | Fanapanges Municipality | 7.34678 | 151.668 | 40 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2081812 | Neiwe | FM | Chuuk | Weno Municipality | 7.414 | 151.84602 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4043010 | Lehiak | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.84373 | 158.31831 | 7 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4041810 | Ifalik Village | FM | Yap | Ifalik Municipality | 7.25439 | 144.45338 | 561 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
4042091 | Tamwarohi | Tamoroi | FM | Pohnpei | Sokehs Municipality | 6.93243 | 158.13558 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
4042495 | Niheke | FM | Pohnpei | Nett Municipality | 6.95761 | 158.23778 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4037070 | Gitaem | Gitam | FM | Yap | Rull Municipality | 9.50635 | 138.10548 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
1559154 | Faraq | Faregaaw,Firigaaw,Firigau,Frig’aw,Frigaau | FM | Yap | Kanifay Municipality | 9.48568 | 138.06927 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
7627185 | Pingelap Village | FM | Pohnpei | Pingelap Municipality | 6.20589 | 160.70305 | 438 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | ||
4041967 | Sekeren Lapahu | FM | Pohnpei | Kitti Municipality | 6.85404 | 158.16206 | 8 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4041980 | Pahn Kalang | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.92391 | 158.30894 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4037579 | Weenfaraq | Fal,Uenfaraa,Uenfra,Uenfura,Wenfara’,Wenfarra,Wenfra’ | FM | Yap | Rumung Municipality | 9.62006 | 138.15889 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4037446 | Taafniith | Tafnith,Tafunis | FM | Yap | Kanifay Municipality | 9.49082 | 138.06755 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2082139 | Finaunpes | FM | Kosrae | Lelu Municipality | 5.3678 | 163.01917 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | |
2081963 | Malsu | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.36864 | 162.99456 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | |
4036782 | Worwoq | Orowoo,Uoruuoru,Vorovo,Vorvor,Woarowoq,Worowa,Worowa’,Woruworu,Worwo,Worwor,Wurwo’ | FM | Yap | Rull Municipality | 9.51025 | 138.1216 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4037296 | Qaringeel | Arinel,Aringel,Aringell,Aringeru,Aringiru,Kanif | FM | Yap | Dalipebinaw Municipality | 9.52221 | 138.08179 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
1558893 | Ngariy | FM | Yap | Rull Municipality | 9.45744 | 138.06598 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2082030 | Kukuwu | Kukku,Kukue,Kukuu | FM | Chuuk | Fefen Municipality | 7.33014 | 151.83908 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
2081621 | Penior | Pelior,Perior | FM | Chuuk | Tolensom Municipality | 7.37916 | 151.89614 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
2082078 | Inkoeya | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.36853 | 163.01591 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | |
1559048 | Laay | Laey,Lahy,Lai,Lei,Ley | FM | Yap | Gilman Municipality | 9.45495 | 138.06515 | 12 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4037352 | Qanooth | FM | Yap | Gilman Municipality | 9.44294 | 138.06162 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4044426 | Pohnlangas | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.83785 | 158.29904 | 73 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
2081395 | Tafunsak Village | Saventiac,Tafonsak,Taheosaku,Tahonsaku | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.36711 | 162.98519 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place |
4042647 | Nihkaras | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.95294 | 158.29479 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4042690 | Tunuk | Epinom,Napi,Napinom,Neepiinomw,Oror En Napinom,Oror En Nepinom,Worooren | FM | Chuuk | Udot-Fonuweisom Municipality | 7.37921 | 151.7237 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4044290 | Pahntorong | FM | Pohnpei | Nett Municipality | 6.94958 | 158.22654 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4038376 | Waalooy | Ucloj,Uelei,Ueloi,Ueloy,Ueroi,Waalooy,Waloy,Weroi | FM | Yap | Maap Municipality | 9.58537 | 138.17357 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4043246 | Epin | FM | Chuuk | Paata-Tupunion Municipality | 7.37446 | 151.57216 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2081986 | Palikir - National Government Center | Palakir,Palikir,Palikyras,Palirik,Pallikir,pa li ji er,pa liki r,pallikileu,parikiru,plyqyr,Παλιρίκ,Паликир,Պալիկիր,פליקיר,ปาลีกีร์,ፓሊኪር,パリキール,帕利基尔,팔리키르 | FM | Pohnpei | Sokehs Municipality | 6.92477 | 158.16109 | 90 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | capital of a political entity |
4043043 | Kitamw | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.88627 | 158.29003 | 9 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4042001 | Sialat | Sialaht | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.36869 | 163.00934 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place |
2081114 | Weno | Moen,TKK,Veno,Weno,ueno,we no,wei nuo,weno,Вено,เวโน,ウェノ,維諾,웨노 | FM | Chuuk | Weno Municipality | 7.44648 | 151.84135 | 0 | 13856 | Pacific/Chuuk | seat of a first-order administrative division |
1558880 | Nimaar | Nimar | FM | Yap | Weloy Municipality | 9.51936 | 138.11976 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4037035 | Gachalaaw | FM | Yap | Rull Municipality | 9.46138 | 138.06396 | 8 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
1559301 | Beenik | Benig,Benik | FM | Yap | Rull Municipality | 9.5072 | 138.11231 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2081154 | Oumoar | Aumar,Aumaru,Aumoar,Oarmoar,Oaumoar,Oaunoar | FM | Pohnpei | Sokehs Municipality | 6.93764 | 158.17302 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
4042209 | Utwe Village | Utwe Ma | FM | Kosrae | Utwe Municipality | 5.27486 | 162.97662 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place |
1558762 | Ruunuw | Rudnu,Runu,Runu’w | FM | Yap | Fanif Municipality | 9.58664 | 138.12539 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4044496 | Nanpei | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.95876 | 158.27784 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4042183 | Tonof | Tolop | FM | Chuuk | Tonoas Municipality | 7.38924 | 151.86664 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4044441 | Tunuk | Ngasano,Oror En Nepiepi,Oror En Ngesano,Oror en Nepiepi | FM | Chuuk | Weno Municipality | 7.45783 | 151.86429 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
2081783 | Nepononong | Lebonolong,Neponolong | FM | Chuuk | Uman-Fonuweisom Municipality | 7.30073 | 151.88895 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
1558677 | Thabeeth | Saveth,Thabeth,Zabez | FM | Yap | Gilman Municipality | 9.45495 | 138.05903 | 12 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4037481 | Talangith | Talangiz,Talngith | FM | Yap | Maap Municipality | 9.59145 | 138.15422 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
2081513 | Pwene | Boenne,Pone | FM | Chuuk | Tonoas Municipality | 7.36711 | 151.86553 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4041830 | Rekihpas | FM | Pohnpei | Kitti Municipality | 6.8218 | 158.18243 | 40 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
2081756 | Nin Soksok | Dschountin Handel Station,Soh Nting | FM | Pohnpei | Nett Municipality | 6.9697 | 158.22341 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
4044276 | Panaihs | FM | Pohnpei | Kitti Municipality | 6.82315 | 158.2348 | 120 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4042021 | Etten | FM | Chuuk | Tonoas Municipality | 7.35859 | 151.88634 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
7626849 | Kapingamarangi Village | Kapinga | FM | Pohnpei | Kapingamarangi Municipality | 1.07861 | 154.80758 | 474 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4044240 | Petiw | Beitiu,Peitiwasa,Peitu,Peyitiw,Peytiu | FM | Chuuk | Weno Municipality | 7.4405 | 151.8756 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4041885 | Salong | Schaulon | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.85371 | 158.32016 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
7645725 | Satawal Village | FM | Yap | Satawal Municipality | 7.38035 | 147.02598 | 531 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
4042870 | Muntakai | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.93548 | 158.29845 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
1559055 | Kanif | FM | Yap | Dalipebinaw Municipality | 9.52762 | 138.08468 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2082008 | Lelu Village | Dorf Lela,Dorf Lele,Dorf Lolo,Leilei,Lele Village,Lelo,Lolo | FM | Kosrae | Lelu Municipality | 5.33359 | 163.02237 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place |
4043380 | Aderew | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.93836 | 158.27836 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4042519 | Pelusrik | FM | Kosrae | Tafunsak Municipality | 5.33955 | 162.96484 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | |
4042174 | Tomwara | Tamwara,Tomara,Tomora | FM | Pohnpei | Nett Municipality | 6.96153 | 158.2375 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
4045046 | Mwanitiw | Maletin,Maletiu,Manitiu,Mwaanitiw | FM | Chuuk | Udot-Fonuweisom Municipality | 7.37907 | 151.70508 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
1559200 | Dulkaan | Dulkan | FM | Yap | Rull Municipality | 9.46494 | 138.0684 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4043087 | Ipwek | Ipuak | FM | Pohnpei | U Municipality | 6.95627 | 158.24838 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
4036885 | Peey | Denigal,Denigol,Deningal | FM | Yap | Gagil Municipality | 9.56141 | 138.16964 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
2081455 | Sapou | Sobou,Sopou | FM | Chuuk | Tonoas Municipality | 7.38764 | 151.89178 | 30 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4041767 | Pukusruk Te | FM | Kosrae | Lelu Municipality | 5.35594 | 163.02093 | 0 | Pacific/Kosrae | populated place | ||
7628275 | Pisaras Village | FM | Chuuk | Piherarh Municipality | 8.57169 | 150.41541 | 245 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
7646746 | Woleai Village | FM | Yap | Woleai Municipality | 7.37042 | 143.90434 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
2081823 | Nechap | Nachap,Neecap | FM | Chuuk | Tonoas Municipality | 7.37926 | 151.86298 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
7644932 | Nomwin Village | FM | Chuuk | Nomwin Municipality | 8.43269 | 151.74628 | 711 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | ||
4045027 | Nipaip | FM | Pohnpei | Nett Municipality | 6.94756 | 158.22531 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
4037183 | Malaay | Mal’ay,Mala’y,Malaay,Malaj,Malay,Milai | FM | Yap | Kanifay Municipality | 9.46222 | 138.05781 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
4042309 | Ununo | Fogen,Ulunno,Wununno | FM | Chuuk | Fefen Municipality | 7.36651 | 151.8193 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
7628281 | Unanu Village | Onari Village | FM | Chuuk | Unanu Municipality | 8.75663 | 150.33664 | 178 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4041849 | Roie | Solete | FM | Pohnpei | Sokehs Municipality | 6.9699 | 158.17746 | 7 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place |
4041894 | Nukan | FM | Chuuk | Uman-Fonuweisom Municipality | 7.30871 | 151.88157 | 10 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place | |
4044502 | Nankepiniak | FM | Pohnpei | Madolenihm Municipality | 6.84781 | 158.31656 | 7 | 0 | Pacific/Pohnpei | populated place | |
1558671 | Thool | Thol,Zol | FM | Yap | Tomil Municipality | 9.53583 | 138.16818 | 10 | 0 | Pacific/Chuuk | populated place |
Micronesia: A Geographical Overview of the Pacific Archipelago
A Complex and Diverse Nation
The Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is a country made up of four distinct states, each consisting of multiple islands spread across the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. Located just north of the equator, the FSM stretches over an area larger than the continental United States but with a land area that is much smaller. The islands of Micronesia are scattered across more than 2.5 million square kilometers of ocean, making it one of the most geographically dispersed nations in the world.
Despite its vast expanse, Micronesia's landmass totals only about 700 square kilometers, and its population is relatively small, primarily distributed among the islands in four major states: Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae. Each state has its own unique geographic features, cultural heritage, and economic activities, but they all share a deep connection to the Pacific Ocean, which shapes their climate, livelihoods, and traditions.
To fully grasp the geographic complexity of Micronesia, one must examine not only its physical landscapes but also its urban centers, regions, and departments. By accessing detailed geographic data on the locations of cities and towns, along with their precise latitude and longitude, geographers can better understand the connections between these islands, their cultural and economic networks, and their shared environmental challenges.
The Geographic Layout of Micronesia's States
The Federated States of Micronesia is divided into four states: Yap, Chuuk, Pohnpei, and Kosrae. Each state contains a cluster of islands that contribute to the country's overall geography. These islands are spread over a vast area of ocean, with Yap in the westernmost part, Chuuk in the center, Pohnpei in the east, and Kosrae located further to the southeast.
Yap, for example, is known for its traditional stone money and distinctive island culture, while Chuuk is famous for its lagoon and wrecks from World War II, attracting divers and historians alike. Pohnpei, the capital of the FSM, is home to the state government and is renowned for its lush landscapes, including volcanic mountains and the ancient ruins of Nan Madol. Finally, Kosrae, the smallest state, offers dense tropical forests and pristine beaches, providing both ecological and tourism value.
Each of these states has its own network of municipalities and villages, each with its own geographical and cultural identity. Understanding the exact locations and administrative boundaries of these cities and towns—along with their geographic coordinates—is key to understanding the spatial dynamics of the country. These data points provide insights into population distribution, regional economic activities, and how the islands are interconnected in terms of transportation, trade, and communication.
Latitude and Longitude: Essential Tools for Micronesia's Geography
Latitude and longitude are crucial tools for geographers studying the geography of Micronesia. Given the large distances between the islands and the vastness of the country’s maritime territory, obtaining precise coordinates for each island and city is essential for mapping out the nation's infrastructure, natural resources, and settlements.
For example, knowing the latitude and longitude of Pohnpei, the political center of the Federated States of Micronesia, helps understand its connection to the other states and its importance in terms of regional governance. Similarly, the coordinates of remote islands like the ones found in Yap or Chuuk provide valuable data for environmental monitoring, transportation planning, and disaster preparedness. With the country being highly vulnerable to natural disasters such as typhoons and rising sea levels, precise geographic data helps local authorities and international organizations better prepare and respond to these challenges.
By obtaining the geographic coordinates for each of Micronesia’s towns and cities, researchers can study how the distribution of urban areas impacts access to resources like freshwater, healthcare, and education. Understanding the geography of these settlements is crucial for both current development and future sustainability.
Environmental Geography: Islands in a Changing Climate
Micronesia’s geography is heavily influenced by its location in the Pacific Ocean. The islands’ small size, combined with their isolation and unique ecosystems, makes them highly vulnerable to climate change. Rising sea levels, extreme weather events, and ocean acidification pose significant challenges for the inhabitants of these islands, threatening their homes, infrastructure, and natural environments.
Each state of Micronesia has its own distinct set of environmental features, such as the coral reefs surrounding Pohnpei, the mangrove swamps of Yap, and the tropical forests of Kosrae. These areas are not only critical for the biodiversity they support but also serve as natural resources for the local population, providing food, shelter, and cultural significance. The location and distribution of these environmental resources are directly impacted by the geographical layout of the islands.
Geographic data, including latitude and longitude coordinates, plays a critical role in understanding how different parts of the country are affected by environmental changes. For instance, some islands are more prone to flooding due to their low elevation, while others, located closer to the equator, may be more exposed to extreme weather patterns like cyclones. By mapping the precise locations of cities, villages, and natural resources, geographers and environmental scientists can model the potential impacts of climate change on Micronesia and identify strategies for mitigation.
The Importance of Geographic Data for Development and Connectivity
As Micronesia continues to navigate its path toward sustainable development, geographic data plays a pivotal role in decision-making. With a population spread across hundreds of islands, ensuring that the country’s infrastructure, healthcare, and education systems are effectively distributed is a complex challenge. Detailed geographic data—such as the locations of cities, regions, and their corresponding latitude and longitude—provides essential insights for creating efficient transportation networks, delivering services, and planning for future growth.
Moreover, Micronesia’s geographical isolation poses challenges for trade and connectivity with the rest of the world. Access to accurate geographic data on ports, airports, and communication hubs allows for improved logistical planning and connectivity. This data also helps in developing strategies to foster economic growth, whether through expanding the tourism sector or increasing regional trade between the states.
Additionally, geographic data is crucial for protecting Micronesia’s unique environment. With its fragile ecosystems and dependence on natural resources, the country faces significant pressure to balance development with conservation. By obtaining accurate geographic coordinates for key natural landmarks, such as protected areas, coral reefs, and forests, the government and conservation groups can implement better strategies for sustainable land use and resource management.
Conclusion
Micronesia’s vast and diverse geography offers both unique opportunities and challenges for the country. From its isolated islands and rich ecosystems to its rapidly developing urban centers, understanding the spatial distribution of its cities, regions, and natural resources is key to navigating the complexities of sustainable development. By obtaining detailed geographic data, including the latitude and longitude of each city and town, geographers, policymakers, and environmentalists can make informed decisions that promote the well-being of Micronesia’s population while safeguarding its environment for future generations.
FaQ about Micronesia
- 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.