Current Date And Time In Takhar, Afghanistan
Monday, 27 July 2026
14:22:46 AFT
Capital: Taloqan
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 1,080,000
Area: 12,333.00 km²
State Code: TAK
Explore the interactive satellite map of Takhar, 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 Takhar — 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 Takhar 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) | 36.6698° N | 69.4785° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 36.6698 | 69.4785 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 36° 40' 11" N | 69° 28' 42" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 36° 40.1881' N | 69° 28.7072' E |
| State / Region | Takhar (ولایت تخار) |
| Country | Afghanistan |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Taloqan |
| State Code | TAK |
| Time Zone | +04:30 |
| Districts | 17 |
| Population | 1,080,000 |
| Area (km²) | 12,333.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,761.80 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 87.60 /km² |
| Elevation | 976 m / 3,202 ft |
| Area Rank | #18 in Afghanistan |
| Population Rank | #8 of 34 in Afghanistan |
| GPS (DD) | 36.6698, 69.4785 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Takhar 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kunduz | Afghanistan | W | 55 km | 34 mi | ~41m | 🗺 View |
| Baghlan | Afghanistan | SW | 85 km | 53 mi | ~1h 4m | 🗺 View |
| Badakhshan | Afghanistan | E | 119 km | 74 mi | ~1h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Panjshir | Afghanistan | S | 137 km | 85 mi | ~1h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Samangan | Afghanistan | W | 141 km | 88 mi | ~1h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Kapisa | Afghanistan | S | 188 km | 117 mi | ~2h 21m | 🗺 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 Takhar, along with each city's aerial distance from Taloqan, Takhar'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taloqan | 36.7361° N | 69.5345° E | 801 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Rustaq | 37.126° N | 69.8305° E | 1,314 m | 51 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Art Khwajah | 37.0857° N | 69.4796° E | 481 m | 39 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yangi Qal‘ah | 37.4657° N | 69.6113° E | 471 m | 81 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Farkhar | 36.5729° N | 69.8578° E | 1,153 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Afaqi | 36.6617° N | 69.351° E | 711 m | 18 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Darqad | 37.3841° N | 69.4529° E | 435 m | 72 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Dasht-e Qal‘ah | 37.1539° N | 69.4435° E | 449 m | 47 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kalafgan | 36.7723° N | 69.9449° E | 1,590 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Khanaqah | 36.6259° N | 69.537° E | 1,378 m | 12 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Takhar 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 Takhar on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Afghanistan.
The satellite view of Takhar 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
Takhar 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 Takhar 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 Takhar 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 Takhar are latitude 36.6698° and longitude 69.4785°. In directional format: 36.6698° N, 69.4785° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Takhar in Afghanistan and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Takhar is a state or administrative region of Afghanistan, located in Asia. Its capital city is Taloqan. View the exact position of Takhar on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Takhar is at: Latitude 36° 40' 11" N and Longitude 69° 28' 42" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Takhar covers a total area of approximately 12,333.00 km² (4,761.80 mi²). This is roughly 1.90% of Afghanistan's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Takhar is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 36.6698, 69.4785 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Takhar in Afghanistan. For broader context, explore the Afghanistan national map or nearby states.
Today in Takhar, sunrise is at 04:52 AM and sunset is at 07:04 PM, giving a day length of 14h 12m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Takhar's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Takhar is approximately 4,082 km (2,536 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 6,204 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Takhar — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Hanga Roa, Chile, roughly 1,063 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.
Taloqan, the capital of Takhar, is approximately 248 km (154 mi) S of Kabul, the national capital of Afghanistan, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
