🔴 Outside business hours Business hours in Jinja:
Mon–Fri, 09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

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Time difference from Jinja

Geographical & Cultural Overview

Jinja, a significant locality within Uganda, offers a unique geographical and cultural profile. This city, known internationally by its standardized name Jinja, serves as a key point of interest in its region.

Location & Topography

Positioned at latitude 0.43902 and longitude 33.20317, the city's precise coordinates place it distinctly on the world map. Its digital elevation model indicates an average altitude of 1187 meters, shaping the area's physical character.

Demographics & Significance

As a community of approximately 93,061 people, Jinja holds a specific demographic weight within its administrative area. Its official designation as a PPLA underscores its importance in the regional hierarchy.

Administrative Structure

Administratively, the city falls under the primary jurisdiction of E. It is further organized within the 33 subdivision, which helps to define its local governance and services.

Historical & Linguistic Heritage

The rich history of the region is reflected in the variety of names used for the city over time. In addition to its primary name, it is also recognized as Dzhindzha, Dzindza, Džindža, each name offering a glimpse into its linguistic and cultural heritage.

Time Zone & Scheduling

All local activities, scheduling, and daily life in Jinja are synchronized to the Africa/Kampala timezone, ensuring its alignment with the broader regional and international time standards.

Other names this city is known as.

Dzhindzha
Dzindza
Džindža
JIN
Jinga
Jinja
Tzintza
gyngh
jin gu
jinja
Τζίντζα
Джинджа
גינגה
ジンジャ
金賈
진자