Current Date And Time In Balkh, Afghanistan
Monday, 07 September 2026
00:53:24 AFT
Capital: Mazar-i-Sharif
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 1,550,000
Area: 16,186.30 km²
State Code: BAL
Explore the interactive satellite map of Balkh, a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Balkh — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, borders and urban structure of Balkh in Afghanistan.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Asia • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Afghanistan operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 36.7551° N | 66.8975° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 36.7551 | 66.8975 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 36° 45' 18" N | 66° 53' 51" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 36° 45.3036' N | 66° 53.8522' E |
| State / Region | Balkh (ولایت بلخ) |
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Mazar-i-Sharif |
| State Code | BAL |
| Time Zone | +04:30 |
| Districts | 15 |
| Population | 1,550,000 |
| Area (km²) | 16,186.30 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,249.56 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 89.90 /km² |
| Elevation | 348 m / 1,142 ft |
| Area Rank | #15 in Afghanistan |
| Population Rank | #4 of 34 in Afghanistan |
| GPS (DD) | 36.7551, 66.8975 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Balkh to each nearby state, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 80 km/h. Use this data for logistics routing, delivery time estimates and regional market coverage planning across Afghanistan.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samangan | Afghanistan | SE | 107 km | 67 mi | ~1h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Jowzjan | Afghanistan | W | 111 km | 69 mi | ~1h 23m | 🗺 View |
| Sar-e Pol Province | Afghanistan | SW | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Kunduz | Afghanistan | E | 176 km | 109 mi | ~2h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Baghlan | Afghanistan | E | 178 km | 110 mi | ~2h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Faryab | Afghanistan | W | 193 km | 120 mi | ~2h 25m | 🗺 View |
Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between state geographic centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and conditions.
Some states or territories listed above (such as island regions) may not be reachable by road — sea or air travel may be required for those destinations.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Balkh, along with each city's aerial distance from Mazar-i-Sharif, Balkh's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.
| City Name | Latitude | Longitude | Elevation | Dist. from State Capital | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazar-e Sharif | 36.709° N | 67.1109° E | 361 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Balkh | 36.7564° N | 66.8972° E | 348 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Khulm | 36.6974° N | 67.6983° E | 445 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Qarchi Gak | 37.04° N | 66.7889° E | 306 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Islam Chumgar | 37.3011° N | 66.4618° E | 270 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Lab-Sar | 36.0263° N | 66.838° E | 1,011 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Aq Kupruk | 36.0835° N | 66.8403° E | 719 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Chimtal | 36.6782° N | 66.8033° E | 355 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Dehdadi | 36.6632° N | 66.9934° E | 398 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Qaranghu Toghai | 37.2153° N | 67.6397° E | 301 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Balkh is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Afghanistan. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are provided for maximum compatibility across platforms. › Compare country geolocation data
Decimal Degrees (DD) are the standard format in web mapping APIs and mapping platforms. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) is used in traditional surveying, military navigation and printed maps. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is preferred in marine and aviation contexts. All three formats for Balkh on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Afghanistan.
The satellite view of Balkh helps professionals identify terrain, land use patterns, urban density, road networks and natural features. Real estate analysts use it for property assessment and land development planning. Infrastructure teams rely on satellite maps for utility corridor planning, tower siting and construction evaluation. › View Afghanistan national map
Balkh occupies a distinct geographic zone within Afghanistan in the Asia region. Its geographic position influences trade connectivity, transportation access and regional economic activity. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports market territory delineation, competitor proximity analysis and strategic distribution network design. › Explore nearby states
Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Balkh for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The geographic centroid provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Afghanistan. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Balkh in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and region-specific dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Afghanistan. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Balkh are latitude 36.7551° and longitude 66.8975°. In directional format: 36.7551° N, 66.8975° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Balkh in Afghanistan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Balkh is a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Mazar-i-Sharif. View the exact position of Balkh on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Balkh is at: Latitude 36° 45' 18" N and Longitude 66° 53' 51" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Balkh covers a total area of approximately 16,186.30 km² (6,249.56 mi²). This is roughly 2.50% of Afghanistan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Balkh is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 36.7551, 66.8975 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Balkh in Afghanistan. For broader context, explore the Afghanistan national map or nearby states.
Today in Balkh, sunrise is at 05:36 AM and sunset is at 06:24 PM, giving a day length of 12h 47m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Balkh's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Balkh is approximately 4,092 km (2,542 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 5,967 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Balkh — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 1,122 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named place.
