Current Date And Time In Zamfara State, Nigeria
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
10:36:47 WAT
Capital: Gusau
Currency: Nigerian Naira (NGN)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (WAT)
Population: 5,500,000
Area: 39,762.00 km²
State Code: ZA
Explore the interactive satellite map of Zamfara State, a state or administrative region of 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 Zamfara State — 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 Zamfara State in Nigeria.
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.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 12.1222° N | 6.2236° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 12.1222 | 6.2236 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 12° 7' 20" N | 6° 13' 25" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 12° 7.3308' N | 6° 13.4149' E |
| Population | 5,500,000 |
| Area (km²) | 39,762.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 15,352.19 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 138.30 /km² |
| Elevation | 390 m / 1,279 ft |
| Area Rank | #7 in Nigeria |
| Population Rank | #17 of 37 in Nigeria |
| GPS (DD) | 12.1222, 6.2236 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Zamfara State 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 Nigeria.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sokoto | Nigeria | NW | 142 km | 89 mi | ~1h 47m | 🗺 View |
| Katsina State | Nigeria | E | 156 km | 97 mi | ~1h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Kebbi | Nigeria | W | 222 km | 138 mi | ~2h 46m | 🗺 View |
| Kaduna State | Nigeria | SE | 253 km | 157 mi | ~3h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Niger State | Nigeria | S | 253 km | 157 mi | ~3h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Kano State | Nigeria | E | 254 km | 158 mi | ~3h 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.
Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Zamfara State, along with each city's aerial distance from Gusau, Zamfara State'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gusau | 12.1702° N | 6.6641° E | 451 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kaura Namoda | 12.5937° N | 6.5865° E | 396 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Talata Mafara | 12.5684° N | 6.0623° E | 316 m | 79 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Gummi | 12.1448° N | 5.1178° E | 233 m | 168 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Moriki | 12.8741° N | 6.4875° E | 353 m | 81 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sauri | 11.7266° N | 6.7837° E | 612 m | 51 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Anka | 12.1135° N | 5.9268° E | 318 m | 80 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Maru | 12.3336° N | 6.4037° E | 381 m | 34 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Tsafe | 11.9578° N | 6.9208° E | 565 m | 37 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Shinkafi | 13.073° N | 6.5057° E | 329 m | 102 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Zamfara State is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Nigeria. 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 Zamfara State on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Nigeria.
The satellite view of Zamfara State 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 Nigeria national map
Zamfara State occupies a distinct geographic zone within Nigeria 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 Zamfara State 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 Nigeria. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Zamfara State 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 Nigeria. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Zamfara State are latitude 12.1222° and longitude 6.2236°. In directional format: 12.1222° N, 6.2236° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Zamfara State in Nigeria and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Zamfara State is a state or administrative region of Nigeria, located in Africa. Its capital city is Gusau. View the exact position of Zamfara State on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Zamfara State is at: Latitude 12° 7' 20" N and Longitude 6° 13' 25" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Zamfara State covers a total area of approximately 39,762.00 km² (15,352.19 mi²). This is roughly 4.30% of Nigeria's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Zamfara State is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 12.1222, 6.2236 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Zamfara State in Nigeria. For broader context, explore the Nigeria national map or nearby states.
Today in Zamfara State, sunrise is at 06:20 AM and sunset is at 07:03 PM, giving a day length of 12h 43m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Zamfara State's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Zamfara State is approximately 1,349 km (839 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 677 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Zamfara State — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Sataua, Samoa, roughly 195 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.
