Batam, Indonesia — GPS Coordinates

Latitude
1.1494°
N
Longitude
104.0249°
E

1° 8' 57.7" N, 104° 1' 29.7" E

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CountryIndonesia
Population1,164,352
TimezoneAsia/Jakarta

Located in the Riau Archipelago, Batam is a coastal city in Indonesia, situated just south of Singapore and near the Singapore Strait. This strategic position makes Batam a significant hub for trade and tourism in the region. The coordinates 1.1494, 104.0249 can be utilized for various practical applications, such as obtaining driving directions, sharing location pins with others, or geotagging photos taken in the area. By inputting these coordinates into mapping services, users can easily navigate to or from Batam.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the precise coordinates for Batam?

The precise coordinates for Batam are 1.1494° N latitude and 104.0249° E longitude. When reading coordinates, note that the first number represents latitude (north or south of the equator), while the second number indicates longitude (east or west of the Prime Meridian).

What time zone is Batam in and what does its UTC offset mean?

Batam is in the Asia/Jakarta time zone, which has a UTC offset of +7 hours. This means that Batam is 7 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

How can I use the coordinates of Batam with a maps app?

To use the coordinates 1.1494, 104.0249 in a maps app or navigation system, simply enter them into the search bar. Most mapping applications will automatically recognize the format and provide directions or information about the location.

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