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Kunchi, Kano State, Nigeria – Nigeria Flag

Current Date And Time In Kunchi, Nigeria

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
21:06:32 WAT
State: Kano State
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
District: Kunchi

🗺 Map of Kunchi, Kano State, Nigeria – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kunchi, a city in Kano 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 Kunchi 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 Kunchi.

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 Kunchi, Kano State

📍 LATITUDE
12.503°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
8.271°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)12.5026° N8.2709° E
Signed Decimal Degrees12.50268.2709
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)12° 30' 9" N8° 16' 15" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)12° 30.156' N8° 16.2552' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kunchi Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
06:49 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
12h 35m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:31 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Kunchi’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
1,392 km
(865 mi) • Kunchi is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
899 km
(559 mi) • Kunchi is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
12.503° S, 171.729° W
The point exactly opposite Kunchi through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kunchi, you'd surface nearest to Sale’aula, Samoa, about 124 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 Kunchi

📍 Location Details

CityKunchi
StateKano State
CountryNigeria
ContinentAfrica
DistrictKunchi
Time Zone+01:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation480 m / 1,575 ft
GPS (DD)12.5026, 8.2709

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kunchi

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kunchi 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 Kano State.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KogunaKano StateSE24 km15 mi~24m🗺 View
DambattaKano StateE28 km17 mi~28m🗺 View
BichiKano StateS30 km19 mi~30m🗺 View
TsanyawaKano StateSW39 km24 mi~39m🗺 View
BagwaiKano StateS41 km26 mi~41m🗺 View
Dawakin TofaKano StateS45 km28 mi~45m🗺 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 Kunchi to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kano
62 km (38 mi)
SE of Kunchi • ~1h 2m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Abuja
392 km (244 mi)
S of Kunchi • ~6h 32m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Kano State

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Kano12.0001° N8.5167° E484 m0 km🗺 View Map
Wudil11.8094° N8.8442° E419 m41 km🗺 View Map
Gaya11.8606° N9.0027° E437 m55 km🗺 View Map
Rano11.5568° N8.5807° E526 m50 km🗺 View Map
Gwarzo11.916° N7.9337° E581 m64 km🗺 View Map
Bebeji11.6677° N8.262° E513 m46 km🗺 View Map
Takai11.5757° N9.1088° E458 m80 km🗺 View Map
Kura11.7723° N8.4263° E477 m27 km🗺 View Map
Dambatta12.435° N8.5153° E460 m48 km🗺 View Map
Kibiya11.528° N8.6611° E504 m55 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport
IATA: KAN
58 km (36 mi) from Kunchi
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🌍 Kunchi Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kunchi Matter

The exact GPS location of Kunchi gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Kano 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 Kano State state-level map data

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kunchi

The satellite view of Kunchi 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 Kunchi in Kano State

Kunchi sits within Kano 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 Kunchi Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kunchi 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 Kano State. › Browse every city in Kano State

💻 Using Kunchi Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kunchi 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 Kunchi Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kunchi Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kunchi?

The GPS coordinates of Kunchi are latitude 12.5026° and longitude 8.2709°. In directional format: 12.5026° N, 8.2709° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kunchi in Kano State and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kunchi located?

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

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kunchi?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kunchi sits at: Latitude 12° 30' 9" N and Longitude 8° 16' 15" 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 Kunchi on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kunchi is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.5026, 8.2709 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kunchi in Kano State. For broader context, explore the Kano State state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kunchi?

The nearest airport to Kunchi is Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport (KAN), roughly 58 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Kunchi from Kano?

Kunchi is approximately 62 km (38 mi) from Kano, the capital of Kano State, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Kano State.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kunchi?

Kunchi sits at an elevation of approximately 480 meters (1,575 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Kano State.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kunchi?

The closest cities to Kunchi include Koguna, Dambatta, Bichi. 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 Kunchi today?

Today in Kunchi, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 06:49 PM, giving a day length of 12h 35m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kunchi's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kunchi from the Equator?

Kunchi is approximately 1,392 km (865 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 899 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 Kunchi?

The antipodal point of Kunchi — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sale’aula, Samoa, roughly 124 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 Kunchi from Abuja, the capital of Nigeria?

Kunchi is approximately 392 km (244 mi) S of Abuja, the national capital of Nigeria, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.