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Current Date And Time In Girga, Egypt

Thursday, 13 August 2026
08:18:07 EET
State: Sohag
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EET)
Population: 151,256

🗺 Map of Girga, Sohag, Egypt – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Girga, a city in Sohag, Egypt, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Girga — 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 Girga.

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

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Girga, Sohag

📍 LATITUDE
26.337°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
31.893°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)26.3372° N31.893° E
Signed Decimal Degrees26.337231.893
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)26° 20' 14" N31° 53' 35" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)26° 20.2326' N31° 53.577' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Girga Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:22 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:32 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 9m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
11:57 AM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Girga’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
2,932 km
(1,822 mi) • Girga is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,182 km
(1,977 mi) • Girga is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
26.337° S, 148.107° W
The point exactly opposite Girga through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Girga, you'd surface nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, about 360 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 Girga

📍 Location Details

CityGirga
StateSohag
CountryEgypt
ContinentAfrica
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population151,256
Elevation78 m / 256 ft
GPS (DD)26.3372, 31.893

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Girga

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Sohag
Parent Country: Egypt

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 151,256
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 11 most populous in Sohag

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Girga 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 Sohag.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Al BalyanaSohagSE16 km10 mi~16m🗺 View
Dar as SalamSohagE18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
Al MinshahSohagNW18 km11 mi~18m🗺 View
AkhmimSohagNW29 km18 mi~29m🗺 View
SohagSohagNW31 km20 mi~31m🗺 View
SaqultahSohagNW42 km26 mi~42m🗺 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 Girga to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Sohag
31 km (20 mi)
NW of Girga • ~31m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Cairo
419 km (260 mi)
N of Girga • ~6h 59m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Sohag

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Sohag26.557° N31.6948° E67 m0 km🗺 View Map
Akhmim26.5622° N31.7457° E82 m5 km🗺 View Map
Ţahţa26.7687° N31.502° E66 m30 km🗺 View Map
Ţima26.9084° N31.4347° E66 m47 km🗺 View Map
Al Minshah26.4775° N31.8039° E74 m14 km🗺 View Map
Juhaynah26.6742° N31.4969° E65 m24 km🗺 View Map
Al Balyana26.2365° N32.0039° E74 m47 km🗺 View Map
Al Maraghah26.6998° N31.6046° E65 m18 km🗺 View Map
Dar as Salam26.2785° N32.0561° E69 m47 km🗺 View Map
Saqultah26.6582° N31.6714° E67 m11 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Suhaj International Airport
IATA: HMB
15 km (9 mi) from Girga
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🌍 Girga Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Girga Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Girga

The satellite view of Girga 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 Egypt map

🌎 Regional Position of Girga in Sohag

Girga sits within Sohag, Egypt, in the Africa 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 Girga Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Girga 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 Sohag. › Browse every city in Sohag

💻 Using Girga Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Girga 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 Egypt. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Girga Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Girga Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Girga?

The GPS coordinates of Girga are latitude 26.3372° and longitude 31.893°. In directional format: 26.3372° N, 31.893° E. These coordinates mark the center of Girga in Sohag and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Girga located?

Girga is a city in Sohag, Egypt, on the continent of Africa. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Girga?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Girga sits at: Latitude 26° 20' 14" N and Longitude 31° 53' 35" 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 Girga?

Girga has a population of approximately 151,256 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Sohag.

🗺 How can I view Girga on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Girga is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 26.3372, 31.893 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Girga in Sohag. For broader context, explore the Sohag state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Girga?

The nearest airport to Girga is Suhaj International Airport (HMB), roughly 15 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Girga from Sohag?

Girga is approximately 31 km (20 mi) from Sohag, the capital of Sohag, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Sohag.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Girga?

Girga sits at an elevation of approximately 78 meters (256 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Sohag.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Girga?

The closest cities to Girga include Al Balyana, Dar as Salam, Al Minshah. 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 Girga today?

Today in Girga, sunrise is at 05:22 AM and sunset is at 06:32 PM, giving a day length of 13h 9m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Girga's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Girga from the Equator?

Girga is approximately 2,932 km (1,822 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,182 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 Girga?

The antipodal point of Girga — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mataura, French Polynesia, roughly 360 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 Girga from Cairo, the capital of Egypt?

Girga is approximately 419 km (260 mi) N of Cairo, the national capital of Egypt, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.