Current Date And Time In Gash-Barka, Eritrea
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
07:32:43 EAT
Capital: Barentu
Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 1,103,742
Area: 33,200.00 km²
State Code: GB
Explore the interactive satellite map of Gash-Barka, a state or administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Gash-Barka — 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 Gash-Barka in Eritrea.
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 Eritrea operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 15.4069° N | 37.6387° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 15.4069 | 37.6387 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 15° 24' 25" N | 37° 38' 19" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 15° 24.413' N | 37° 38.3197' E |
| Population | 1,103,742 |
| Area (km²) | 33,200.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 12,818.59 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 33.25 /km² |
| Elevation | 615 m / 2,017 ft |
| Area Rank | #1 in Eritrea |
| Population Rank | #2 of 6 in Eritrea |
| GPS (DD) | 15.4069, 37.6387 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gash-Barka 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 Eritrea.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anseba | Eritrea | N | 120 km | 75 mi | ~1h 30m | 🗺 View |
| Maekel | Eritrea | E | 136 km | 84 mi | ~1h 42m | 🗺 View |
| Northern Red Sea | Eritrea | NE | 158 km | 98 mi | ~1h 58m | 🗺 View |
| Debub | Eritrea | E | 170 km | 106 mi | ~2h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Southern Red Sea | Eritrea | E | 443 km | 275 mi | ~5h 32m | 🗺 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 Gash-Barka, along with each city's aerial distance from Barentu, Gash-Barka'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Himora | 14.3043° N | 36.606° E | 585 m | 138 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Barentu | 15.1058° N | 37.5907° E | 1,009 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ak’ordat | 15.548° N | 37.8829° E | 612 m | 58 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Teseney | 15.11° N | 36.6575° E | 594 m | 100 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Badme | 14.7275° N | 37.8031° E | 1,070 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Gash-Barka is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Eritrea. 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 Gash-Barka on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Eritrea.
The satellite view of Gash-Barka 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 Eritrea national map
Gash-Barka occupies a distinct geographic zone within Eritrea in the Africa 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 Gash-Barka 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 Eritrea. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Gash-Barka 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 Eritrea. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Gash-Barka are latitude 15.4069° and longitude 37.6387°. In directional format: 15.4069° N, 37.6387° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Gash-Barka in Eritrea and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Gash-Barka is a state or administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. Its capital city is Barentu. View the exact position of Gash-Barka on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gash-Barka is at: Latitude 15° 24' 25" N and Longitude 37° 38' 19" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Gash-Barka covers a total area of approximately 33,200.00 km² (12,818.59 mi²). This is roughly 27.37% of Eritrea's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Gash-Barka is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.4069, 37.6387 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gash-Barka in Eritrea. For broader context, explore the Eritrea national map or nearby states.
Today in Gash-Barka, sunrise is at 06:12 AM and sunset is at 06:56 PM, giving a day length of 12h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gash-Barka's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Gash-Barka is approximately 1,715 km (1,066 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,039 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Gash-Barka — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Otepa, French Polynesia, roughly 338 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.
Barentu, the capital of Gash-Barka, is approximately 146 km (91 mi) E of Asmara, the national capital of Eritrea, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
