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Kushk, Herat, Afghanistan – Afghanistan Flag

Current Date And Time In Kushk, Afghanistan

Thursday, 13 August 2026
19:10:29 AFT
State: Herat
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 16,952
District: Shīnḏanḏ

🗺 Map of Kushk, Herat, Afghanistan – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kushk, a city in Herat, 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 Kushk — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Kushk.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Kushk, Herat

📍 LATITUDE
33.296°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
61.952°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)33.2957° N61.9522° E
Signed Decimal Degrees33.295761.9522
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)33° 17' 44" N61° 57' 8" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)33° 17.739' N61° 57.1326' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kushk Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:42 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:12 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 29m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:27 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Kushk’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Kushk’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,706 km
(2,303 mi) • Kushk is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
5,764 km
(3,582 mi) • Kushk is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
33.296° S, 118.048° W
The point exactly opposite Kushk through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kushk, you'd surface nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, about 1,073 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Kushk

📍 Location Details

CityKushk
StateHerat (ولایت هرات)
CountryAfghanistan
ContinentAsia
DistrictShīnḏanḏ
Time Zone+04:30

📈 Area & Population

Population16,952
Elevation1,115 m / 3,658 ft
GPS (DD)33.2957, 61.9522

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kushk

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Herat
Parent Country: Afghanistan

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 16,952
🏆 State Rank: #5 of 10 most populous in Herat
🏠 Share of Herat Population: 0.807%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kushk to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Herat.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ShinḏanḏHeratE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
AdraskanHeratNE49 km30 mi~49m🗺 View
Guz̄arahHeratN105 km65 mi~1h 45m🗺 View
Chahar BurjHeratN108 km67 mi~1h 48m🗺 View
InjilHeratN115 km72 mi~1h 55m🗺 View
Zindah JanHeratN118 km73 mi~1h 58m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Kushk to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Herat
119 km (74 mi)
N of Kushk • ~1h 59m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Kabul
680 km (423 mi)
E of Kushk • ~11h 20m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Herat

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Herat, the home state of Kushk, along with each city's aerial distance from Herat, Herat's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Herat34.3482° N62.1997° E927 m0 km🗺 View Map
Shinḏanḏ33.3029° N62.1474° E1,071 m116 km🗺 View Map
Eslam Qaleh34.6667° N61.0667° E726 m110 km🗺 View Map
Karukh34.4811° N62.5863° E1,340 m38 km🗺 View Map
Qarah Bagh34.9402° N61.7759° E952 m76 km🗺 View Map
Kuhsan34.6539° N61.1978° E740 m98 km🗺 View Map
Chahar Burj34.2448° N62.1917° E943 m12 km🗺 View Map
Zindah Jan34.3426° N61.7468° E834 m42 km🗺 View Map
Tir Pul34.5943° N61.269° E751 m90 km🗺 View Map
Adraskan33.6457° N62.2696° E1,352 m78 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport
IATA: HEA
105 km (65 mi) from Kushk
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🌍 Kushk Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kushk Matter

The exact GPS location of Kushk gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Herat. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Herat state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Kushk Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Kushk are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kushk

The satellite view of Kushk lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Afghanistan map

🌎 Regional Position of Kushk in Herat

Kushk sits within Herat, Afghanistan, in the Asia region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Kushk Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kushk for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Herat. › Browse every city in Herat

💻 Using Kushk Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kushk 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 location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Afghanistan. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Kushk Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Kushk directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Kushk. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Herat CitiesAccess the full city directory for Herat ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kushk Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kushk?

The GPS coordinates of Kushk are latitude 33.2957° and longitude 61.9522°. In directional format: 33.2957° N, 61.9522° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kushk in Herat and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kushk located?

Kushk is a city in Herat, Afghanistan, on the continent of Asia. It falls within Shīnḏanḏ. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kushk?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kushk sits at: Latitude 33° 17' 44" N and Longitude 61° 57' 8" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Kushk?

Kushk has a population of approximately 16,952 people. This is roughly 0.807% of Herat's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Herat.

🗺 How can I view Kushk on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kushk is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 33.2957, 61.9522 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kushk in Herat. For broader context, explore the Herat state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kushk?

The nearest airport to Kushk is Herat - Khwaja Abdullah Ansari International Airport (HEA), roughly 105 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kushk from Herat?

Kushk is approximately 119 km (74 mi) from Herat, the capital of Herat, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Herat.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kushk?

Kushk sits at an elevation of approximately 1,115 meters (3,658 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Herat.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kushk?

The closest cities to Kushk include Shinḏanḏ, Adraskan, Guz̄arah. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Kushk today?

Today in Kushk, sunrise is at 05:42 AM and sunset is at 07:12 PM, giving a day length of 13h 29m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kushk's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kushk from the Equator?

Kushk is approximately 3,706 km (2,303 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 5,764 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Kushk?

The antipodal point of Kushk — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 1,073 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 city.

🚗 How far is Kushk from Kabul, the capital of Afghanistan?

Kushk is approximately 680 km (423 mi) E of Kabul, the national capital of Afghanistan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.