Current Date And Time In Helmand, Afghanistan
Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:19:33 AFT
Capital: Lashkar Gah
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 1,000,000
Area: 58,584.00 km²
State Code: HEL
Explore the interactive satellite map of Helmand, 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 Helmand — 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 Helmand 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) | 31.3636° N | 63.9586° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 31.3636 | 63.9586 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 31° 21' 49" N | 63° 57' 31" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 31° 21.8188' N | 63° 57.5167' E |
| State / Region | Helmand (ولایت هلمند) |
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Lashkar Gah |
| State Code | HEL |
| Time Zone | +04:30 |
| Districts | 13 |
| Population | 1,000,000 |
| Area (km²) | 58,584.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 22,619.40 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 17.10 /km² |
| Elevation | 760 m / 2,493 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Afghanistan |
| Population Rank | #11 of 34 in Afghanistan |
| GPS (DD) | 31.3636, 63.9586 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Helmand 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nimroz | Afghanistan | W | 148 km | 92 mi | ~1h 51m | 🗺 View |
| Kandahar | Afghanistan | E | 169 km | 105 mi | ~2h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Farah | Afghanistan | NW | 204 km | 127 mi | ~2h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Oruzgan | Afghanistan | NE | 269 km | 167 mi | ~3h 22m | 🗺 View |
| Ghowr | Afghanistan | N | 317 km | 197 mi | ~3h 58m | 🗺 View |
| Zabul | Afghanistan | E | 319 km | 198 mi | ~3h 59m | 🗺 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 Helmand, along with each city's aerial distance from Lashkar Gah, Helmand'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lashkar Gah | 31.5938° N | 64.3716° E | 786 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gereshk | 31.8209° N | 64.5701° E | 830 m | 31 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Khan Neshin | 30.5488° N | 63.7888° E | 642 m | 129 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sangin | 32.0728° N | 64.8359° E | 885 m | 69 km | 🗺 View Map |
| ‘Alaqahdari Dishu | 30.4321° N | 63.298° E | 596 m | 165 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Markaz-e Ḩukumat-e Darweshan | 31.1323° N | 64.1934° E | 714 m | 54 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ḩukumat-e Nad ‘Ali | 31.6429° N | 64.2398° E | 797 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Musá Qal‘ah | 32.4457° N | 64.7449° E | 1,053 m | 101 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Now Zad | 32.4032° N | 64.4696° E | 1,220 m | 90 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Washer | 32.2512° N | 63.8555° E | 1,175 m | 88 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Helmand 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 Helmand on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Afghanistan.
The satellite view of Helmand 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
Helmand 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 Helmand 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 Helmand 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 Helmand are latitude 31.3636° and longitude 63.9586°. In directional format: 31.3636° N, 63.9586° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Helmand in Afghanistan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Helmand is a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Lashkar Gah. View the exact position of Helmand on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Helmand is at: Latitude 31° 21' 49" N and Longitude 63° 57' 31" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Helmand covers a total area of approximately 58,584.00 km² (22,619.40 mi²). This is roughly 9.05% of Afghanistan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Helmand is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 31.3636, 63.9586 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Helmand in Afghanistan. For broader context, explore the Afghanistan national map or nearby states.
Today in Helmand, sunrise is at 05:25 AM and sunset is at 07:15 PM, giving a day length of 13h 50m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Helmand's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Helmand is approximately 3,491 km (2,169 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,080 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Helmand — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 794 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.
Lashkar Gah, the capital of Helmand, is approximately 554 km (344 mi) NE of Kabul, the national capital of Afghanistan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
