Male, Kaafu Atoll
Male: Located at the southern edge of North Male Atoll, this island city serves as the capital of Maldives.
About
Quick Facts about Male
| Population | 133,019 |
| Country | Maldives |
| State | Kaafu Atoll (Maldives) |
| Area | 5.8 km2 |
| Official name | މާލެ |
| Latitude & Longitude | 4.1752,73.5092 |
| Altitude | 7 feet / 2 meters |
| Capital city | Male is capital of Maldives |
| Time Zone | UTC+05:00 |
| Local time | 16:36:57 (21st April 2026) |
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Geography
Male is located at 4°10'31"N 73°30'33"E (4.1752100, 73.5091600).
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Demographics
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 103,693 | - | |
| 2014 | 133,019 | 22.05% |
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