Current Date And Time In Chagang, North Korea
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
05:15:14 KST
Capital: Kanggye
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 1,299,830
Area: 16,613.00 km²
State Code: CH
Explore the interactive satellite map of Chagang, a state or administrative region of North Korea, located in Asia. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Chagang — 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 Chagang in North Korea.
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 North Korea operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 40.7203° N | 126.5621° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 40.7203 | 126.5621 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 40° 43' 13" N | 126° 33' 44" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 40° 43.2169' N | 126° 33.7268' E |
| State / Region | Chagang (慈江道) |
| Country | North Korea |
| Continent | Asia |
| Capital | Kanggye |
| State Code | CH |
| Time Zone | +08:30 |
| Districts | 18 |
| Population | 1,299,830 |
| Area (km²) | 16,613.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 6,414.31 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 27.64 /km² |
| Elevation | 888 m / 2,914 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in North Korea |
| Population Rank | #9 of 13 in North Korea |
| GPS (DD) | 40.7203, 126.5621 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Chagang 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 North Korea.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P'yŏngan-bukto | North Korea | SW | 133 km | 83 mi | ~1h 40m | 🗺 View |
| South Hamgyong | North Korea | E | 152 km | 94 mi | ~1h 54m | 🗺 View |
| South Pyongan | North Korea | S | 156 km | 97 mi | ~1h 57m | 🗺 View |
| Yanggang-do | North Korea | E | 173 km | 107 mi | ~2h 10m | 🗺 View |
| Pyongyang | North Korea | S | 194 km | 120 mi | ~2h 25m | 🗺 View |
| Kangwŏn-do | North Korea | SE | 225 km | 140 mi | ~2h 49m | 🗺 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 Chagang, along with each city's aerial distance from Kanggye, Chagang'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kanggye | 40.9695° N | 126.5852° E | 288 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Manp’o | 41.1547° N | 126.2894° E | 206 m | 32 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Yŏch’im-dong | 40.3617° N | 126.6585° E | 472 m | 68 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Sijung | 41.0789° N | 126.375° E | 243 m | 21 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chunggang | 41.7772° N | 126.8736° E | 330 m | 93 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Songwŏn | 40.377° N | 125.8787° E | 329 m | 89 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Songwŏn-ŭp | 40.3728° N | 126.3083° E | 371 m | 70 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kop’ung | 40.6039° N | 125.9467° E | 412 m | 67 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Chasŏng | 41.4608° N | 126.6414° E | 328 m | 55 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Hŭngju-dong | 40.9963° N | 126.5476° E | 297 m | 4 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Chagang is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across North Korea. 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 Chagang on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in North Korea.
The satellite view of Chagang 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 North Korea national map
Chagang occupies a distinct geographic zone within North Korea in the Asia 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 Chagang 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 North Korea. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Chagang 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 North Korea. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Chagang are latitude 40.7203° and longitude 126.5621°. In directional format: 40.7203° N, 126.5621° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Chagang in North Korea and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Chagang is a state or administrative region of North Korea, located in Asia. Its capital city is Kanggye. View the exact position of Chagang on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Chagang is at: Latitude 40° 43' 13" N and Longitude 126° 33' 44" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Chagang covers a total area of approximately 16,613.00 km² (6,414.31 mi²). This is roughly 13.78% of North Korea's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Chagang is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.7203, 126.5621 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Chagang in North Korea. For broader context, explore the North Korea national map or nearby states.
Today in Chagang, sunrise is at 05:09 AM and sunset is at 07:08 PM, giving a day length of 13h 58m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Chagang's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Chagang is approximately 4,533 km (2,817 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,678 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Chagang — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Miramar, Argentina, roughly 465 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.
