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Shaft, Gilan Province, Iran – Iran Flag

Current Date And Time In Shaft, Iran

Thursday, 13 August 2026
16:09:30 IRST
Currency: Iranian Rial (IRR)
Timezone: UTC +03:30 (IRST)
Population: 8,184

🗺 Map of Shaft, Gilan Province, Iran – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Shaft, a city in Gilan Province, Iran, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Shaft — 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 Shaft.

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 Iran operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Shaft, Gilan Province

📍 LATITUDE
37.17°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
49.4°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)37.1702° N49.3998° E
Signed Decimal Degrees37.170249.3998
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)37° 10' 13" N49° 23' 59" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)37° 10.212' N49° 23.988' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Shaft Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:25 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:08 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 42m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:17 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Shaft’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,138 km
(2,571 mi) • Shaft is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
4,382 km
(2,723 mi) • Shaft is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
37.17° S, 130.6° W
The point exactly opposite Shaft through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Shaft, you'd surface nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, about 1,347 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 Shaft

📍 Location Details

CityShaft
StateGilan Province (Gilan)
CountryIran
ContinentAsia
Time Zone+03:30

📈 Area & Population

Population8,184
Elevation45 m / 148 ft
GPS (DD)37.1702, 49.3998

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Shaft

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Gilan Province
Parent Country: Iran

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 8,184
🏆 State Rank: #29 of 126 most populous in Gilan Province
🏠 Share of Gilan Province Population: 0.323%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shaft 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 Gilan Province.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Aḩmad Sar GurabGilan ProvinceSW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
Rud PishGilan ProvinceN7 km4 mi~7m🗺 View
ChubarGilan ProvinceS9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
FumanGilan ProvinceNW10 km6 mi~10m🗺 View
Molla SaraGilan ProvinceN12 km7 mi~12m🗺 View
MarjaghalGilan ProvinceN12 km8 mi~12m🗺 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 Shaft to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Rasht
20 km (13 mi)
NE of Shaft • ~20m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Tehran
244 km (152 mi)
SE of Shaft • ~4h 4m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gilan Province

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Rasht37.2761° N49.5886° E4 m0 km🗺 View Map
Bandar-e Anzali37.4732° N49.4579° E-25 km🗺 View Map
Lahijan37.2042° N50.0092° E4 m38 km🗺 View Map
Langarud37.1955° N50.1526° E-51 km🗺 View Map
Rudsar37.137° N50.2917° E-64 km🗺 View Map
Şowme‘eh Sara37.3013° N49.315° E7 m24 km🗺 View Map
Hashtpar37.7966° N48.9052° E57 m84 km🗺 View Map
Astaneh-ye Ashrafiyeh37.2632° N49.9433° E-31 km🗺 View Map
Astara38.4308° N48.8699° E-143 km🗺 View Map
Fuman37.224° N49.3125° E33 m25 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sardar-e-Jangal Airport
IATA: RAS
26 km (16 mi) from Shaft
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🌍 Shaft Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Shaft Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Shaft

The satellite view of Shaft 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 Iran map

🌎 Regional Position of Shaft in Gilan Province

Shaft sits within Gilan Province, Iran, in the Asia 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 Shaft Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Shaft 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 Gilan Province. › Browse every city in Gilan Province

💻 Using Shaft Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Shaft 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 Iran. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Shaft Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Shaft Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Shaft?

The GPS coordinates of Shaft are latitude 37.1702° and longitude 49.3998°. In directional format: 37.1702° N, 49.3998° E. These coordinates mark the center of Shaft in Gilan Province and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Shaft located?

Shaft is a city in Gilan Province, Iran, on the continent of Asia. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Shaft?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shaft sits at: Latitude 37° 10' 13" N and Longitude 49° 23' 59" 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 Shaft?

Shaft has a population of approximately 8,184 people. This is roughly 0.323% of Gilan Province's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Gilan Province.

🗺 How can I view Shaft on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Shaft is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 37.1702, 49.3998 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shaft in Gilan Province. For broader context, explore the Gilan Province state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Shaft?

The nearest airport to Shaft is Sardar-e-Jangal Airport (RAS), roughly 26 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Shaft from Rasht?

Shaft is approximately 20 km (13 mi) from Rasht, the capital of Gilan Province, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Gilan Province.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Shaft?

Shaft sits at an elevation of approximately 45 meters (148 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Gilan Province.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Shaft?

The closest cities to Shaft include Aḩmad Sar Gurab, Rud Pish, Chubar. 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 Shaft today?

Today in Shaft, sunrise is at 05:25 AM and sunset is at 07:08 PM, giving a day length of 13h 42m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shaft's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Shaft from the Equator?

Shaft is approximately 4,138 km (2,571 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 4,382 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 Shaft?

The antipodal point of Shaft — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 1,347 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 Shaft from Tehran, the capital of Iran?

Shaft is approximately 244 km (152 mi) SE of Tehran, the national capital of Iran, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.