Palau cities list with latitude and longitude in CSV,SQL,XML,JSON formats
Last update : 15 January 2025.
This is the best list of 76 cities in the Palau 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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1559480 | Ngchemiangel Hamlet | Emieangl,Gamliangel,Kamiyangaru,Kamiyangaur,Komliangl,Ngchemiangel | PW | Aimeliik | 7.446 | 134.47596 | 10 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038053 | Ngereklmadel | Mechebechubl,Mehebehubl,New Ngatbang,Ngatbang,Ngerklamad | PW | Ngatpang | 7.48822 | 134.4848 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038282 | Angaur State | Ngeaur | PW | Angaur | 6.90601 | 134.12997 | 0 | 188 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
1559543 | Ulimang | A Ulimang,Galap,Uliman | PW | Ngaraard | 7.62416 | 134.64208 | 581 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
4038109 | Ngersung Hamlet | Garasuun,Garusuun,Ngarsung,Ngorsum | PW | Airai | 7.35412 | 134.53576 | 13 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7732415 | Koror Town | Little Tokyo | PW | Koror | 7.34257 | 134.47888 | 12676 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559475 | Ngermelech Hamlet | Galumuleaka,Garumureaka,Ngeremeleg,Ngermelech | PW | Melekeok | 7.49966 | 134.6347 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4037993 | Ngebei Hamlet | Gabel,Ngabei,Ngabeul,Ngabiul,Ngabygul | PW | Ngarchelong | 7.69887 | 134.63672 | 25 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559362 | Ngchesechang Hamlet | Amarakarakkuru,Aramarakarakkuru,Aramarakarakuru,Gasakan,Gaskan,Ngaragebukl,Ngasachang,Ngchesechang,Nggasagang,Nghesehang | PW | Airai | 7.38472 | 134.58027 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
7670816 | Sonsorol Village | Dongosaro,Sonsorol | PW | Sonsorol | 5.32608 | 132.21943 | 30 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
1559351 | Kloulklubed Hamlet | Kloulklubed - US post-WW2 built | PW | Peleliu | 7.04193 | 134.25549 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559673 | Ngermetengel Hamlet | Almonogui,Arumonogui,Ngaremetengel,Ngeremlengui,Ngermetengel | PW | Ngaremlengui | 7.52253 | 134.50268 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559755 | Ngeburch Hamlet | Gabulko,Galbuko,Ngaburok,Ngeburch,Ngebureg,Ololian,Ororian,a Ipelau | PW | Melekeok | 7.50762 | 134.62932 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7701398 | Ngebuked Hamlet | PW | Ngaraard | 7.64191 | 134.63049 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |||
4037733 | Chol Hamlet | A Gol,Acholl,Agol,Akoru,Akuro,Choll,Gol,Roll | PW | Ngaraard | 7.67063 | 134.63587 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559670 | Ngerngesang Hamlet | Gaiakasan,Garakasan,Ngarakesou,Ngarakosou,Ngargeso,Ngerngesang | PW | Ngchesar | 7.45304 | 134.60375 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559674 | Elechui Hamlet | Chelechui | PW | Aimeliik | 7.43161 | 134.47997 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7670861 | Pulo Anna Village | Puro Village | PW | Sonsorol | 4.65404 | 131.94901 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559654 | Ngeruluobel Hamlet | Garuruon,Ngeruluobel | PW | Airai | 7.36448 | 134.52412 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7732314 | Ngeremecheluch Hamlet | PW | Melekeok | 7.49199 | 134.63596 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
4038140 | Ngerusar Hamlet | Garasuun,Garusal,Garusaru,Garusuru,Ngarsung,Ngorsum,Ngursar,Ngurusar | PW | Airai | 7.35987 | 134.52965 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038144 | Ngesang | PW | Ngaraard | 7.62695 | 134.64373 | 2 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559720 | Ngerkeai | Ngermechau,Ngiwal,Ogiwal,Ogiwaru | PW | Ngiwal | 7.55458 | 134.63582 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559728 | Ngerbodel Hamlet | Arubodoru,Nerubodoru,Ngarbagedesau,Ngerbodel | PW | Koror | 7.35 | 134.4939 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559847 | Iyebukel Hamlet | Aebukuru,Aiebukl,Ayebukuru,Doro Island,Iyebukel | PW | Koror | 7.34929 | 134.48594 | 10 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559488 | Ngerkeai Hamlet | Galegui,Garadai,Garikiai,Goleguy,Karikari,Karikiai,Nagarekeai,Ngarekai,Ngarekeai,Ngergeai,Ngerkeai,Ngerkeyai | PW | Aimeliik | 7.42072 | 134.49786 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559864 | Imeong Hamlet | A Imeungs,Aimeong,Aimion,Imeiong,Imeong | PW | Ngaremlengui | 7.53134 | 134.52713 | 3 | 132 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
1559645 | Ngeruikl Hamlet | Galauekkel,Ngarevikl,Ngeruiki,Ngeruikl,Ngeruwikl | PW | Ngchesar | 7.48362 | 134.61664 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559338 | Iebukel Hamlet | Jebukol | PW | Ngarchelong | 7.70006 | 134.64097 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038316 | Ngardmau Village | PW | Ngardmau | 7.60988 | 134.57418 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559400 | Ngerbeched Hamlet | Arabaketsu,Arubaketsu,Neustadt,Ngarbaged,Ngarbaged-rengul,Ngarbeched,Ngerbeched | PW | Koror | 7.33249 | 134.47623 | 10 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7732297 | Ngardmau | PW | Ngardmau | 7.60986 | 134.5744 | 6 | 221 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
7671223 | Kloulklubed | PW | Peleliu | 7.04192 | 134.25561 | 3 | 702 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
1559820 | Ngereklmadel | Madarabae,Madarabaye,Ngedbang | PW | Ngatpang | 7.48826 | 134.48562 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
1559534 | Ngetkib Hamlet | Aakip,Adkip,Atkiip,Atkiíp,Gadkip,Gakip,Gakkibu,Gatkip,Itkib,Ngatkip,Ngetgip,Ngetkib,Ngetkip,Ngtkip,Ngtkíp | PW | Airai | 7.36438 | 134.51439 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7670730 | Tobi Village | Hatohobei | PW | Hatohobei | 3.00488 | 131.12168 | 44 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
1559694 | Meketii Hamlet | Meketii,Minatohang | PW | Koror | 7.34708 | 134.48299 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
7701549 | Ngetkib | PW | Airai | 7.36451 | 134.51484 | 62 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |||
1559635 | Ertong Hamlet | PW | Melekeok | 7.50442 | 134.6148 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |||
1559962 | Airai Hamlet | A Irai,Airrai,Irrai | PW | Airai | 7.35985 | 134.55946 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4037805 | Ngerubesang Hamlet | PW | Melekeok | 7.48969 | 134.63093 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
4037823 | Imelechol Hamlet | A Imelogel,Babelthuap Village,Emeleol,Imeleol | PW | Peleliu | 7.03966 | 134.2656 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559914 | Chelab Hamlet | Achelap,Aiokako-suido,Aiokako-suidō,Akalak,Akarappu,Chelab,Elab,Gabokkudo,Galap,Garurudo,Gaysan,Geysan,Ralap,Rallap,Yalap | PW | Ngaraard | 7.63575 | 134.63885 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
4038107 | Ngersuul Hamlet | Garashiyoo,Garasho,Karasho,Ngarsul,Ngorsul | PW | Ngchesar | 7.43479 | 134.59495 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038170 | Mengellang | Kayungur,Ngeiungel,Ononguru | PW | Ngarchelong | 7.6957 | 134.63054 | 53 | 488 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
7732276 | Ngchemiangel | PW | Aimeliik | 7.44613 | 134.47678 | 10 | 270 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | ||
7732825 | Ngeraus Hamlet | PW | Ngchesar | 7.47667 | 134.61346 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |||
7701544 | Ordomel Hamlet | PW | Airai | 7.38111 | 134.5552 | 8 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
7670994 | Kayangel | PW | Kayangel | 8.08228 | 134.71725 | 188 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |||
4038080 | Ngerkesou Hamlet | Gaiakasan,Garakasan,Ngarakesou,Ngarakosou,Ngargeso | PW | Ngchesar | 7.46363 | 134.60478 | 0 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
11776437 | Koska | PW | 7.03526 | 134.25199 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||||
1559732 | Ngerbau Hamlet | Aracalong,Delebog,Galapao,Ngarabau,Ngarbau,Ngerbau,Pkulrengereiong Point,Pkulrengerelong | PW | Ngarchelong | 7.70291 | 134.64106 | 15 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559419 | Oikull Hamlet | Goikul,Koiguru,Koygul,Oigul,Oikull | PW | Airai | 7.37192 | 134.58773 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559484 | Idid Hamlet | PW | Koror | 7.34299 | 134.48373 | 10 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559350 | Ngermid Hamlet | Armid,Arumizu,Arumuzu,Ngarmid,Ngermid | PW | Koror | 7.33983 | 134.50163 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
8063361 | Ngerulmud | Ngerulmud,eung-gelulmudeu,Нгерулмуд,응게룰무드 | PW | Melekeok | 7.50077 | 134.6238 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | capital of a political entity | ||
1559617 | Ngriil Hamlet | Chiyou,Ngriel,Ngriil,Ngril | PW | Ngarchelong | 7.69032 | 134.63609 | 35 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559513 | Ngerchemai Hamlet | Aragamae,Aragamaye,Arekamae,Ngarchemai,Ngaregamai,Ngarekamais,Ngerchemai,Ngerechemai | PW | Koror | 7.35 | 134.4889 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038130 | Ngeruling Hamlet | PW | Melekeok | 7.50535 | 134.63249 | 4 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559804 | Melekeok Village | Artingall,Athermal,Athernal,Coaengal,Malligoyoke,Marukiyoku,Melekeiok,Melekejok,Melekiok,Melekyok,Meligeok,Mgadernal,Molegojok,Molegoyok,Ngadernal | PW | Melekeok | 7.49567 | 134.63671 | 3 | 271 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
1559353 | Tngeronger Hamlet | Dngeronger,Ngargersiul | PW | Koror | 7.34449 | 134.47912 | 5 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559890 | Eimelik Hamlet | PW | Aimeliik | 7.3973 | 134.51034 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |||
4038353 | Yelch - New Village | PW | Airai | 7.36051 | 134.5457 | 45 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | ||
1559703 | Ngerekebesang Hamlet | Arakabesan,Ngerekebesang | PW | Koror | 7.35444 | 134.44648 | 8 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559446 | Koror | Goreor,Goror,Koreor,Koror,Koror City,Koror town,Koror village,Kororu,Korōru,ROR,kololeu,kololeu ju,코로르,코로르 주 | PW | Koror | 7.33978 | 134.47326 | 20 | 14000 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
1559797 | Meyungs Hamlet | Amiyonsu,Meiungs,Meungs,Meyungs,a Meungs | PW | Koror | 7.35381 | 134.45963 | 8 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559785 | Angaur | Delutaog,Jimusho,Ngaramash,Saipan,Saipan Town,Saipon,Sipon,Yubinkyoku | PW | Angaur | 6.90331 | 134.13133 | 5 | 320 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4038014 | Ngerkeai | Karaeru,Ngaragoluuk,Ngaregeluj,Ngerecheluk,Ngermechau,Ngiwal,Ogiwal,Ogiwaru | PW | Ngiwal | 7.55456 | 134.63612 | 3 | 223 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
4038084 | Ngerkeseuaol Hamlet | Aiekasaol,Aiekasol,Arakasoaol,Atekasabra,Atekasabru,Atekasaoru,Kesaiaol,Kesauaol,Ngarakassoul,Ngarekesauaol,Ngerkeseoul,Ngerkesewaol | PW | Koror | 7.34301 | 134.48949 | 40 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559812 | Medorm Hamlet | Admodhorom,Amodhorom,Medorm,Medorom,Mudorom,Mudurom | PW | Aimeliik | 7.4565 | 134.47901 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559444 | Echang Hamlet | Eang,Sonsorol Islanders Village,Tobi Islanders Village | PW | Koror | 7.34661 | 134.45289 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4036778 | Ngchesar Hamlet | Alakasoho,Arakaso,Enchesar,Engkasar,Enkasar,Enkassar,Galaus,Ngesar,Nggesar,Nggessar,Ngurutoi | PW | Ngchesar | 7.46932 | 134.60991 | 7 | 300 | Pacific/Palau | seat of a first-order administrative division | |
4038174 | Ngkeklau Hamlet | Angkaluau,Geklau,Kaklau,Kakurao,Kaslau,Keklau,Kekurao,Ngekeklau,Ngerkeklau,Ngkekau | PW | Ngaraard | 7.59296 | 134.6402 | 3 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559482 | Echol Hamlet | Chechol,Echol,Eeyahoru,Eeyakoru,Eholl,Euakor,Gegol | PW | Koror | 7.35133 | 134.44693 | 6 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
1559604 | Chollei Hamlet | Golei,Konlei,Konrei,Olei,Ollei | PW | Ngarchelong | 7.71985 | 134.61414 | 20 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place | |
4037770 | Elauesachel Hamlet | PW | Aimeliik | 7.45743 | 134.50616 | 30 | 0 | Pacific/Palau | populated place |
Discovering Palau: A Geographical Exploration
Palau, an island nation located in the western Pacific Ocean, stands as a stunning testament to the natural beauty and geographical diversity of Oceania. Consisting of over 340 islands, Palau offers a unique combination of tropical rainforests, coral reefs, and rugged coastlines that are as biologically diverse as they are breathtaking. For geographers, understanding the topography, climate, and settlement patterns of Palau requires precise data on its cities, regions, and exact geographical coordinates. This geographical data, when accessed correctly, can provide deeper insights into the island’s environmental systems and human interactions.
The Geographical Layout of Palau
The geography of Palau is as varied as it is captivating. The country is made up of a series of volcanic and limestone islands, spread across the western Pacific, with the largest island being Babeldaob. The islands of Palau are situated near the equator, giving the country a tropical climate, characterized by warm temperatures and high humidity throughout the year. The country’s diverse ecosystems, from coral reefs to mangrove forests, make it one of the most ecologically rich nations in the world.
Palau’s most famous geographical feature is its coral reef system, which encircles many of its islands and creates an underwater paradise for marine life. The nation’s compact size hides an extraordinary diversity in landscapes. While the outer islands are small and remote, the main islands, particularly Babeldaob and Koror, feature a mixture of mountainous terrain and lush forests that are home to endemic plant and animal species. The islands' varied geography influences everything from agricultural practices to the development of infrastructure and urban areas.
The Regions and Urban Areas of Palau
Palau’s administrative divisions include states, each with its own set of responsibilities and cultural significance. There are 16 states in total, which are further divided into smaller regions and departments. These states, including Koror, Babeldaob, and Peleliu, each offer different geographical and cultural characteristics that are shaped by their unique locations within the archipelago.
Koror, the largest city and former capital, serves as the commercial and cultural hub of Palau. The city is located on the island of Koror, which is connected by bridge to Babeldaob, the largest island in the country. This connection is crucial for the country’s infrastructure, linking urban areas with rural ones, while also facilitating economic activities. Other states like Peleliu, which has historical significance from World War II, provide additional layers of cultural heritage tied to the country’s geographical landscape.
The cities and towns of Palau are generally small, with many areas remaining sparsely populated due to the island's limited resources and vast wilderness areas. The geographical distribution of these settlements has been influenced by the availability of land, proximity to the coast, and the surrounding environment.
Latitude and Longitude: Mapping Palau’s Cities
For any geographer, understanding the precise geographical positioning of cities and regions is essential for mapping out the relationships between urban areas, natural resources, and transportation networks. The latitude and longitude coordinates of Palau’s cities provide key data for spatial analysis, helping to map the layout of the country in a way that accounts for both natural and human factors.
Obtaining detailed latitude and longitude coordinates for Palau’s major cities and regions allows for the creation of accurate geographic models that help inform infrastructure planning, environmental conservation, and the study of demographic patterns. For example, knowing the coordinates of Koror, the nation’s most populous city, provides insights into how the country’s urban areas interact with its surrounding marine environments. The same goes for cities like Melekeok and Ngerulmud, which are also integral to understanding Palau’s urban dynamics.
Unlocking Geospatial Data for a Deeper Understanding of Palau
Accessing detailed data about the cities, regions, and exact geographical coordinates of Palau is a powerful tool for researchers and urban planners. Such a database provides a comprehensive understanding of how geography shapes the daily lives of the people of Palau, from their economic activities to their interaction with the environment.
Having access to accurate and up-to-date geographical information allows for detailed studies into the movement of populations, the distribution of resources, and the impact of climate change on the islands. Moreover, it aids in the development of sustainable policies that respect the balance between human habitation and the preservation of Palau’s diverse ecosystems.
The role of geospatial data in guiding decisions related to tourism, agriculture, and conservation cannot be overstated. With detailed data, one can map out Palau’s key geographic features—whether it be the coral reefs, forests, or coastal settlements—and create strategies to protect these vital areas while fostering development.
Conclusion
Palau, with its unique geographical features and rich cultural history, presents a fascinating subject for study. Its diverse landscapes, ranging from coral reefs to dense forests, offer a wealth of insights into the ways in which geography influences human settlement, economic activity, and environmental conservation. By obtaining detailed geographical data about Palau’s cities, regions, and their precise coordinates, one can gain a deeper understanding of the relationship between the land and the people who inhabit it. Access to such data is invaluable for anyone seeking to study or plan the future of this incredible island nation, ensuring that both its natural and human landscapes are preserved for generations to come.
FaQ about Palau
- 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.