Current Date And Time In Herat, Afghanistan
Wednesday, 24 June 2026
01:51:33 AFT
Capital: Herat
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 2,100,000
Area: 54,778.00 km²
State Code: HER
Explore the interactive satellite map of Herat, 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 Herat β 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 Herat 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) | 34.3529° N | 62.204° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 34.3529 | 62.204 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 34° 21' 10" N | 62° 12' 15" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 34° 21.1719' N | 62° 12.2417' E |
| State / Region | Herat |
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Herat |
| State Code | HER |
| Time Zone | +04:30 |
| Population | 2,100,000 |
| Area (km²) | 54,778.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 21,149.90 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 38.30 /km² |
| Elevation | 930 m / 3,051 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 34.3529, 62.204 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Herat 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 | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Badghis | Afghanistan | 169 km | 105 mi | ~2h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Farah | Afghanistan | 207 km | 128 mi | ~2h 35m | 🗺 View |
| Ghowr | Afghanistan | 250 km | 155 mi | ~3h 7m | 🗺 View |
| Faryab | Afghanistan | 312 km | 194 mi | ~3h 54m | 🗺 View |
| Daykundi | Afghanistan | 362 km | 225 mi | ~4h 32m | 🗺 View |
| Helmand | Afghanistan | 371 km | 230 mi | ~4h 38m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Herat. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herat | 574,300 | 34.3482° N | 62.1997° E | 🗺 View Map |
| ShinαΈanαΈ | 29,264 | 33.3029° N | 62.1474° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Eslam Qaleh | 18,086 | 34.6667° N | 61.0667° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Karukh | 17,484 | 34.4811° N | 62.5863° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Kushk | 16,952 | 33.2957° N | 61.9522° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Qarah Bagh | 12,412 | 34.9402° N | 61.7759° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Kuhsan | 12,087 | 34.6539° N | 61.1978° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Chahar Burj | 11,935 | 34.2448° N | 62.1917° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Zindah Jan | 10,418 | 34.3426° N | 61.7468° E | 🗺 View Map |
| Tir Pul | 6,979 | 34.5943° N | 61.269° E | 🗺 View Map |
| πΊοΈ Map of other states |
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| 🗺 Map of Badghis |
| 🗺 Map of Farah |
| 🗺 Map of Ghowr |
| 🗺 Map of Faryab |
| 🗺 Map of Daykundi |
| 🗺 Map of Helmand |
The precise GPS location of Herat 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 β DD, DMS and DDM β 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 Herat on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Afghanistan.
The satellite view of Herat 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
Herat 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 Herat 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 Herat 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 Herat are latitude 34.3529° and longitude 62.204°. In directional format: 34.3529° N, 62.204° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Herat in Afghanistan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Herat is a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Herat. View the exact position of Herat on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Herat is at: Latitude 34° 21' 10" N and Longitude 62° 12' 15" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Herat covers a total area of approximately 54,778.00 km² (21,149.90 mi²). This is roughly 8.46% of Afghanistan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Herat is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 34.3529, 62.204 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Herat in Afghanistan. For broader context, explore the Afghanistan national map or nearby states.
