Current Date And Time In Gash-Barka, Eritrea
Sunday, 12 July 2026
06:11:59 EAT
Capital: Barentu
Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 1,103,742
Area: 33,200.00 km²
State Code: GB
Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Gash-Barka, a state or region of Eritrea in Africa. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Gash-Barka — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.
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| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | Gash-Barka | |
| Native Name | Gash-Barka | |
| State Capital | Barentu | |
| State Code | GB | |
| Total Districts | 11 | |
| Country | Eritrea | |
| Continent | Africa | |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 1,103,742 | |
| Percentage In World Population | 0.0135% | |
| Percentage In Eritrea Population | 31.28% | |
| Density per km2 | 33.25 | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 33,200.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 12,818.59 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #1 | |
| Percentage of Eritrea Area | 27.37% | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Eritrean Nakfa | |
| Code ISO-4217 | ERN | |
| Symbol | Nfk | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +291 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .er | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 615 | |
| In Feet | 2,018 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | 15.41 | |
| Longitude | 37.64 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 15.407° N 37.639° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 15° 24' 25" N 37° 38' 19" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 15° 24.41' N 37° 38.32' E | |
| Time Zone | ||
| UTC Offset | +03:00 | |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year |
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Gash-Barka is an administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Eritrea's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Gash-Barka for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Eritrea
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Understanding the local time zone of Gash-Barka is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones
The official currency used in Gash-Barka is Eritrean nakfa (ERN). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Eritrea need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for Gash-Barka are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Eritrea. › View all country calling codes
Gash-Barka is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Eritrea in Africa. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Gash-Barka
As of the latest data, Gash-Barka has a population of approximately 1,103,742 people. This represents approximately 31.28% of Eritrea's total population. The population density is 33.25 people per km². For more detailed population statistics, explore our comprehensive database.
Gash-Barka covers an area of approximately 33,200.00 square kilometers (12,818.59 square miles). This is about 27.37% of Eritrea's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of Gash-Barka is Barentu. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Eritrea. The national capital of Eritrea is Asmara.
Gash-Barka follows the +03:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Eritrea. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in Gash-Barka is the Eritrean nakfa (ERN), represented by the symbol Nfk — the official currency of Eritrea. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.
