Current Date And Time In Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
11:32:51 GMT
Capital: Ayoun el Atrous
Currency: Mauritanian Ouguiya (MRU)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Area: 50,248.00 km²
Explore the interactive satellite map of Hodh El Gharbi, a state or administrative region of Mauritania, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Hodh El Gharbi โ 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 Hodh El Gharbi in Mauritania.
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 Mauritania operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 16.6912° N | 9.5451° W |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 16.6912 | -9.5451 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 16° 41' 28" N | 9° 32' 42" W |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 16° 41.4729' N | 9° 32.7058' W |
| State / Region | Hodh El Gharbi |
| Country | Mauritania |
| Continent | Africa |
| Capital | Ayoun el Atrous |
| Time Zone | +00:00 |
| Area (km²) | 50,248.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 19,400.85 mi² |
| Elevation | 205 m / 672 ft |
| GPS (DD) | 16.6912, -9.5451 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Hodh El Gharbi 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 Mauritania.
| State | Country | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tagant | Mauritania | 210 km | 130 mi | ~2h 37m | 🗺 View |
| Assaba | Mauritania | 231 km | 143 mi | ~2h 53m | 🗺 View |
| Guidimaka | Mauritania | 331 km | 206 mi | ~4h 8m | 🗺 View |
| Hodh Ech Chargi | Mauritania | 341 km | 212 mi | ~4h 16m | 🗺 View |
| Gorgol | Mauritania | 377 km | 234 mi | ~4h 43m | 🗺 View |
| Brakna | Mauritania | 413 km | 257 mi | ~5h 10m | 🗺 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.
Below are the precise geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) and population data for the largest cities in Hodh El Gharbi. Use these coordinates for routing, location intelligence and GIS mapping.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude | Map & Coords |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ayoun El Atrous | 28,174 | 16.6614° N | -9.6149° W | 🗺 View Map |
| แนฌinแนญรขne | 15,684 | 16.3946° N | -10.1737° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Kobenni | 8,979 | 15.8172° N | -9.3653° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Tamchekett | 3,131 | 17.2448° N | -10.6698° W | 🗺 View Map |
| Kubanni | - | 0° S | 0° W | 🗺 View Map |
| ๐บ๏ธ Map of other states |
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| 🗺 Map of Tagant |
| 🗺 Map of Assaba |
| 🗺 Map of Guidimaka |
| 🗺 Map of Hodh Ech Chargi |
| 🗺 Map of Gorgol |
| 🗺 Map of Brakna |
The precise GPS location of Hodh El Gharbi is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Mauritania. Accurate coordinates enable satellite-based navigation, geofencing for fleet management, territory boundary definition and proximity analysis for new market entry. All three coordinate formats โ DD, DMS and DDM โ 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 Hodh El Gharbi on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Mauritania.
The satellite view of Hodh El Gharbi 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 Mauritania national map
Hodh El Gharbi occupies a distinct geographic zone within Mauritania 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 Hodh El Gharbi 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 Mauritania. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Hodh El Gharbi 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 Mauritania. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Hodh El Gharbi are latitude 16.6912° and longitude -9.5451°. In directional format: 16.6912° N, 9.5451° W. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Hodh El Gharbi in Mauritania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Hodh El Gharbi is a state or administrative region of Mauritania, located in Africa. Its capital city is Ayoun el Atrous. View the exact position of Hodh El Gharbi on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Hodh El Gharbi is at: Latitude 16° 41' 28" N and Longitude 9° 32' 42" W. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Hodh El Gharbi covers a total area of approximately 50,248.00 km² (19,400.85 mi²). This is roughly 4.88% of Mauritania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Hodh El Gharbi is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 16.6912, -9.5451 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Hodh El Gharbi in Mauritania. For broader context, explore the Mauritania national map or nearby states.
