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Castro Barros, La Rioja, Argentina – Argentina Flag

Current Date And Time In Castro Barros, Argentina

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:55:47 ART
State: La Rioja
Currency: Argentine Peso (ARS)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (ART)
Population: 4,322
District: Departamento de General Belgrano

🗺 Map of Castro Barros, La Rioja, Argentina – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Castro Barros, a city in La Rioja, Argentina, located in South America. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Castro Barros — 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 Castro Barros.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into South America • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Argentina operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Castro Barros, La Rioja

📍 LATITUDE
30.58°
South (S)
📍 LONGITUDE
65.726°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)30.5802° S65.7263° W
Signed Decimal Degrees-30.5802-65.7263
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)30° 34' 49" S65° 43' 35" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)30° 34.8102' S65° 43.5774' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Castro Barros Today

🔥 SUNRISE
07:57 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:57 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
11h 0m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:27 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Castro Barros’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
3,404 km
(2,115 mi) • Castro Barros is in the southern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
6,299 km
(3,914 mi) • Castro Barros is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
30.58° N, 114.274° E
The point exactly opposite Castro Barros through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Castro Barros, you'd surface nearest to Wuhan, China, about 1 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 Castro Barros

📍 Location Details

CityCastro Barros
StateLa Rioja (Provincia de La Rioja)
CountryArgentina
ContinentSouth America
DistrictDepartamento de General Belgrano
Time Zone-03:00

📈 Area & Population

Population4,322
Elevation236 m / 774 ft
GPS (DD)-30.5802, -65.7263

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Castro Barros

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: La Rioja
Parent Country: Argentina

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 4,322
🏆 State Rank: #6 of 8 most populous in La Rioja
🏠 Share of La Rioja Population: 1.124%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Castro Barros 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 La Rioja.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
OltaLa RiojaW52 km32 mi~52m🗺 View
MilagroLa RiojaSW54 km33 mi~54m🗺 View
ChamicalLa RiojaNW61 km38 mi~1h 1m🗺 View
TamaLa RiojaW77 km48 mi~1h 17m🗺 View
MalanzánLa RiojaW88 km54 mi~1h 28m🗺 View
ChepesLa RiojaSW118 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 Castro Barros to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • La Rioja
169 km (105 mi)
NW of Castro Barros • ~2h 49m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Buenos Aires
821 km (510 mi)
SE of Castro Barros • ~13h 41m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in La Rioja

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
La Rioja-29.4133° S-66.8564° W493 m0 km🗺 View Map
Chilecito-29.1616° S-67.4993° W1,107 m68 km🗺 View Map
Aimogasta-28.56° S-66.8074° W828 m95 km🗺 View Map
Arauco-28.5807° S-66.7925° W816 m93 km🗺 View Map
Chamical-30.3594° S-66.3139° W473 m117 km🗺 View Map
Vinchina-28.7596° S-68.2069° W1,460 m150 km🗺 View Map
Villa Bustos-29.2864° S-67.0207° W1,021 m21 km🗺 View Map
Aminga-28.8477° S-66.9302° W1,338 m63 km🗺 View Map
Chepes-31.3436° S-66.5889° W650 m216 km🗺 View Map
Famatina-28.9226° S-67.5202° W1,566 m84 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Ingeniero Aeronáutico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella International Airport
IATA: COR
166 km (103 mi) from Castro Barros
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🌍 Castro Barros Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Castro Barros Matter

The exact GPS location of Castro Barros gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside La Rioja. 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 La Rioja state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Castro Barros 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 Castro Barros are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Castro Barros

The satellite view of Castro Barros 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 Argentina map

🌎 Regional Position of Castro Barros in La Rioja

Castro Barros sits within La Rioja, Argentina, in the South America 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 Castro Barros Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Castro Barros 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 La Rioja. › Browse every city in La Rioja

💻 Using Castro Barros Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Castro Barros 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 Argentina. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Castro Barros Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Castro Barros 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 Castro Barros. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare La Rioja CitiesAccess the full city directory for La Rioja ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Castro Barros Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Castro Barros?

The GPS coordinates of Castro Barros are latitude -30.5802° and longitude -65.7263°. In directional format: 30.5802° S, 65.7263° W. These coordinates mark the center of Castro Barros in La Rioja and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Castro Barros located?

Castro Barros is a city in La Rioja, Argentina, on the continent of South America. It falls within Departamento de General Belgrano. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Castro Barros?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Castro Barros sits at: Latitude 30° 34' 49" S and Longitude 65° 43' 35" W. 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 Castro Barros?

Castro Barros has a population of approximately 4,322 people. This is roughly 1.124% of La Rioja's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in La Rioja.

🗺 How can I view Castro Barros on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Castro Barros is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates -30.5802, -65.7263 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Castro Barros in La Rioja. For broader context, explore the La Rioja state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Castro Barros?

The nearest airport to Castro Barros is Ingeniero Aeronáutico Ambrosio L.V. Taravella International Airport (COR), roughly 166 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Castro Barros from La Rioja?

Castro Barros is approximately 169 km (105 mi) from La Rioja, the capital of La Rioja, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in La Rioja.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Castro Barros?

Castro Barros sits at an elevation of approximately 236 meters (774 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for La Rioja.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Castro Barros?

The closest cities to Castro Barros include Olta, Milagro, Chamical. 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 Castro Barros today?

Today in Castro Barros, sunrise is at 07:57 AM and sunset is at 06:57 PM, giving a day length of 11h 0m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Castro Barros's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Castro Barros from the Equator?

Castro Barros is approximately 3,404 km (2,115 mi) from the Equator, in the southern hemisphere. It's also about 6,299 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 Castro Barros?

The antipodal point of Castro Barros — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Wuhan, China, roughly 1 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 Castro Barros from Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina?

Castro Barros is approximately 821 km (510 mi) SE of Buenos Aires, the national capital of Argentina, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.