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Current Date And Time In Garki, Nigeria

Thursday, 30 July 2026
16:25:43 WAT
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Garki

🗺 Map of Garki, Jigawa State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Garki, a city in Jigawa State, Nigeria, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Garki β€” 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 Garki.

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 Nigeria operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Garki, Jigawa State

📍 LATITUDE
12.435°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
9.19°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)12.4346° N9.1903° E
Signed Decimal Degrees12.43469.1903
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)12° 26' 4" N9° 11' 25" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)12° 26.0736' N9° 11.4168' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Garki Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:08 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:51 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 43m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:29 PM
Calculated for today (30 Jul 2026) from Garki’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,384 km
(860 mi) • Garki is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
999 km
(621 mi) • Garki is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
12.435° S, 170.81° W
The point exactly opposite Garki through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Garki, you'd surface nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, about 156 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 Garki

📍 Location Details

CityGarki
StateJigawa State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictGarki
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation380 m / 1,247 ft
GPS (DD)12.4346, 9.1903

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Garki

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Jigawa State
Parent Country: Nigeria

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Garki 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 Jigawa State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
TauraJigawa StateSE25 km16 mi~25m🗺 View
Sule TankarkarJigawa StateN26 km16 mi~26m🗺 View
GumelJigawa StateNE30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
RingimJigawa StateS32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
GagarawaJigawa StateE37 km23 mi~37m🗺 View
BaburaJigawa StateNW42 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 Garki to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Dutse
77 km (48 mi)
S of Garki • ~1h 17m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
419 km (260 mi)
SW of Garki • ~6h 59m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Jigawa State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Chakwama11.5597° N9.6641° E400 m42 km🗺 View Map
Hadejia12.4535° N10.0412° E359 m109 km🗺 View Map
Gumel12.6269° N9.3881° E369 m97 km🗺 View Map
Birnin Kudu11.4521° N9.4786° E450 m37 km🗺 View Map
Kiyawa11.7844° N9.6069° E395 m29 km🗺 View Map
Dutse11.7562° N9.339° E444 m0 km🗺 View Map
Gwaram11.2773° N9.8839° E452 m80 km🗺 View Map
Ringim12.1514° N9.1622° E392 m48 km🗺 View Map
Kazaure12.6485° N8.4118° E444 m141 km🗺 View Map
Kafin Hausa12.2393° N9.9111° E364 m82 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport
IATA: KAN
84 km (52 mi) from Garki
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🌍 Garki Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Garki Matter

The exact GPS location of Garki gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Jigawa State. 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 β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Jigawa State state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Garki

The satellite view of Garki 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 Nigeria map

🌎 Regional Position of Garki in Jigawa State

Garki sits within Jigawa State, Nigeria, 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 Garki Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Garki 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 Jigawa State. › Browse every city in Jigawa State

💻 Using Garki Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Garki 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 Nigeria. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Garki Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Garki Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Garki?

The GPS coordinates of Garki are latitude 12.4346° and longitude 9.1903°. In directional format: 12.4346° N, 9.1903° E. These coordinates mark the center of Garki in Jigawa State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Garki located?

Garki is a city in Jigawa State, Nigeria, on the continent of Africa. It falls within Garki. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Garki?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Garki sits at: Latitude 12° 26' 4" N and Longitude 9° 11' 25" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Garki on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Garki is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.4346, 9.1903 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Garki in Jigawa State. For broader context, explore the Jigawa State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Garki?

The nearest airport to Garki is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN), roughly 84 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Garki from Dutse?

Garki is approximately 77 km (48 mi) from Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Jigawa State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Garki?

Garki sits at an elevation of approximately 380 meters (1,247 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Jigawa State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Garki?

The closest cities to Garki include Taura, Sule Tankarkar, Gumel. 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 Garki today?

Today in Garki, sunrise is at 06:08 AM and sunset is at 06:51 PM, giving a day length of 12h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Garki's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Garki from the Equator?

Garki is approximately 1,384 km (860 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 999 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 Garki?

The antipodal point of Garki — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Taulaga, American Samoa, roughly 156 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 Garki from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Garki is approximately 419 km (260 mi) SW of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.