Current Date And Time In Paktia, Afghanistan
Tuesday, 04 August 2026
00:19:46 AFT
Capital: Gardez
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 550,000
Area: 6,432.00 km²
State Code: PIA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Paktia, 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 Paktia — 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 Paktia 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) | 33.7062° N | 69.3831° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 33.7062 | 69.3831 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 33° 42' 22" N | 69° 22' 59" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 33° 42.3719' N | 69° 22.9865' E |
| State / Region | Paktia (ولایت پکتیا) |
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Gardez |
| State Code | PIA |
| Time Zone | +04:30 |
| Districts | 15 |
| Population | 550,000 |
| Area (km²) | 6,432.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 2,483.41 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 85.50 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,489 m / 8,167 ft |
| Area Rank | #25 in Afghanistan |
| Population Rank | #20 of 34 in Afghanistan |
| GPS (DD) | 33.7062, 69.3831 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Paktia 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Logar | Afghanistan | NW | 39 km | 24 mi | ~29m | 🗺 View |
| Khowst | Afghanistan | SE | 59 km | 36 mi | ~44m | 🗺 View |
| Ghazni | Afghanistan | W | 91 km | 56 mi | ~1h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Kabul | Afghanistan | N | 96 km | 60 mi | ~1h 12m | 🗺 View |
| Nangarhar | Afghanistan | NE | 125 km | 78 mi | ~1h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Maidan Wardak Province | Afghanistan | NW | 128 km | 79 mi | ~1h 36m | 🗺 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 Paktia, along with each city's aerial distance from Gardez, Paktia'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gardez | 33.5974° N | 69.2259° E | 2,308 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maidan Khulah | 33.6492° N | 69.7812° E | 2,026 m | 52 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Salam Khel | 33.6707° N | 69.3298° E | 2,417 m | 13 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Shwak | 33.4239° N | 69.3768° E | 2,300 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tsamkani | 33.803° N | 69.8167° E | 1,716 m | 59 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tsapêrai | 33.83° N | 69.9192° E | 1,679 m | 69 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Wulêswali Sayyid Karam | 33.6906° N | 69.3688° E | 2,458 m | 17 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Zurmat | 33.4378° N | 69.0277° E | 2,150 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| ‘Ali Khel | 33.9425° N | 69.7191° E | 2,144 m | 60 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Paktia 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 Paktia on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Afghanistan.
The satellite view of Paktia 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
Paktia 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 Paktia 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 Paktia 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 Paktia are latitude 33.7062° and longitude 69.3831°. In directional format: 33.7062° N, 69.3831° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Paktia in Afghanistan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Paktia is a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Gardez. View the exact position of Paktia on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Paktia is at: Latitude 33° 42' 22" N and Longitude 69° 22' 59" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Paktia covers a total area of approximately 6,432.00 km² (2,483.41 mi²). This is roughly 0.99% of Afghanistan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Paktia is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 33.7062, 69.3831 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Paktia in Afghanistan. For broader context, explore the Afghanistan national map or nearby states.
Today in Paktia, sunrise is at 05:05 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM, giving a day length of 13h 46m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Paktia's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Paktia is approximately 3,752 km (2,331 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,425 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Paktia — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 738 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.
Gardez, the capital of Paktia, is approximately 104 km (64 mi) N of Kabul, the national capital of Afghanistan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
