Current Date And Time In Paktika, Afghanistan
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
01:15:44 AFT
Capital: Sharana
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 490,000
Area: 19,482.00 km²
State Code: PKA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Paktika, 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 Paktika — 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 Paktika 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) | 32.2645° N | 68.5247° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 32.2645 | 68.5247 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 32° 15' 52" N | 68° 31' 29" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 32° 15.8723' N | 68° 31.4829' E |
| State / Region | Paktika (ولایت پکتیکا) |
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Sharana |
| State Code | PKA |
| Time Zone | +04:30 |
| Districts | 19 |
| Population | 490,000 |
| Area (km²) | 19,482.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 7,522.04 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 25.20 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,502 m / 8,210 ft |
| Area Rank | #11 in Afghanistan |
| Population Rank | #26 of 34 in Afghanistan |
| GPS (DD) | 32.2645, 68.5247 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Paktika 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zabul | Afghanistan | W | 126 km | 78 mi | ~1h 34m | 🗺 View |
| Ghazni | Afghanistan | N | 143 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Khowst | Afghanistan | NE | 174 km | 108 mi | ~2h 11m | 🗺 View |
| Paktia | Afghanistan | NE | 179 km | 111 mi | ~2h 14m | 🗺 View |
| Logar | Afghanistan | N | 204 km | 127 mi | ~2h 33m | 🗺 View |
| Maidan Wardak Province | Afghanistan | N | 234 km | 145 mi | ~2h 55m | 🗺 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 Paktika, along with each city's aerial distance from Sharana, Paktika'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zarghun Shahr | 32.8473° N | 68.4457° E | 2,120 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Zaṟah Sharan | 33.1464° N | 68.7921° E | 2,154 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Sharan | 33.1757° N | 68.7305° E | 2,145 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| ‘Alaqahdari Saṟobi | 32.7933° N | 69.0866° E | 2,400 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| ‘Alaqahdari Yosuf Khel | 33.052° N | 68.65° E | 2,239 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Gomal Kêlay | 32.5099° N | 68.856° E | 1,827 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Jani Khel | 32.7632° N | 68.3972° E | 2,048 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Khayr Koṯ | 32.8536° N | 68.4497° E | 2,126 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Khoshamand | 32.6857° N | 68.238° E | 2,011 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
| Muta Khan | 33.24° N | 68.8663° E | 2,124 m | - | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Paktika 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 Paktika on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Afghanistan.
The satellite view of Paktika 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
Paktika 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 Paktika 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 Paktika 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 Paktika are latitude 32.2645° and longitude 68.5247°. In directional format: 32.2645° N, 68.5247° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Paktika in Afghanistan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Paktika is a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Sharana. View the exact position of Paktika on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Paktika is at: Latitude 32° 15' 52" N and Longitude 68° 31' 29" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Paktika covers a total area of approximately 19,482.00 km² (7,522.04 mi²). This is roughly 3.01% of Afghanistan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Paktika is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 32.2645, 68.5247 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Paktika in Afghanistan. For broader context, explore the Afghanistan national map or nearby states.
Today in Paktika, sunrise is at 05:16 AM and sunset is at 06:45 PM, giving a day length of 13h 28m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Paktika's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Paktika is approximately 3,592 km (2,232 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,450 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Paktika — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 602 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.
