Qibla direction in Puducherry Union Territory
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Puducherry Union Territory the qibla is towards the west: 289.32° from true north in Ozhukarai. Across the region the bearing runs from 284° to 291°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. Each of its 9 cities has a qibla page with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Puducherry Union Territory
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Ozhukarai | 289.32° · west |
| Puducherry | 289.33° · west |
| Karaikal | 290.49° · west |
| Yanam | 283.60° · west |
| Mahe | 290.61° · west |
| Villianur | 289.37° · west |
| Kurumbapet | 289.33° · west |
| Ariyankuppam | 289.38° · west |
| Manaveli | 289.38° · west |
All 9 cities in Puducherry Union Territory
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Puducherry Union Territory?
Towards the west. In Ozhukarai it is 289.32°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Puducherry Union Territory lie between 284° and 291°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Puducherry Union Territory?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.