Current Date And Time In Maekel, Eritrea
Friday, 31 July 2026
15:27:13 EAT
Capital: Asmara
Currency: Eritrean Nakfa (ERN)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 1,053,254
Area: 1,300.00 km²
State Code: MA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Maekel, 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 Maekel — 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 Maekel 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) | 15.3853° N | 38.9042° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 15.3853 | 38.9042 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 15° 23' 7" N | 38° 54' 15" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 15° 23.1161' N | 38° 54.2498' E |
| Population | 1,053,254 |
| Area (km²) | 1,300.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 501.93 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 810.20 /km² |
| Elevation | 2,363 m / 7,753 ft |
| Area Rank | #6 in Eritrea |
| Population Rank | #3 of 6 in Eritrea |
| GPS (DD) | 15.3853, 38.9042 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Maekel 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debub | Eritrea | SE | 56 km | 35 mi | ~42m | 🗺 View |
| Northern Red Sea | Eritrea | N | 97 km | 61 mi | ~1h 13m | 🗺 View |
| Gash-Barka | Eritrea | W | 136 km | 84 mi | ~1h 42m | 🗺 View |
| Anseba | Eritrea | NW | 168 km | 105 mi | ~2h 6m | 🗺 View |
| Southern Red Sea | Eritrea | SE | 320 km | 199 mi | ~4h 0m | 🗺 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 Maekel, along with each city's aerial distance from Asmara, Maekel'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asmara | 15.3381° N | 38.9318° E | 2,334 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Quandeba | 15.5091° N | 38.8783° E | 2,400 m | 20 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Ginda | 0° S | 0° W | - | 4,603 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Himbirti | 15.2615° N | 38.7266° E | 2,128 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Nefasit | 15.3316° N | 39.0646° E | 1,708 m | 14 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Maekel 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 Maekel on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Eritrea.
The satellite view of Maekel 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
Maekel 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 Maekel 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 Maekel 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 Maekel are latitude 15.3853° and longitude 38.9042°. In directional format: 15.3853° N, 38.9042° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Maekel in Eritrea and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Maekel is a state or administrative region of Eritrea, located in Africa. Its capital city is Asmara. View the exact position of Maekel on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Maekel is at: Latitude 15° 23' 7" N and Longitude 38° 54' 15" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Maekel covers a total area of approximately 1,300.00 km² (501.93 mi²). This is roughly 1.07% of Eritrea's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Maekel is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 15.3853, 38.9042 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Maekel in Eritrea. For broader context, explore the Eritrea national map or nearby states.
Today in Maekel, sunrise is at 06:05 AM and sunset is at 06:56 PM, giving a day length of 12h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Maekel's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Maekel is approximately 1,713 km (1,064 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,176 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Maekel — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Otepa, French Polynesia, roughly 303 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.
