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Kanggye, Chagang, North Korea – North Korea Flag

Current Date And Time In Kanggye, North Korea

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:09:51 KST
State: Chagang
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 209,530

🗺 Map of Kanggye, Chagang, North Korea – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Kanggye, a city in Chagang, 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 Kanggye — 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 Kanggye.

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.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Kanggye, Chagang

📍 LATITUDE
40.969°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
126.585°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.9695° N126.5852° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.9695126.5852
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 58' 10" N126° 35' 7" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 58.1676' N126° 35.1138' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Kanggye Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:08 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:08 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 59m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:08 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Kanggye’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,561 km
(2,834 mi) • Kanggye is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,640 km
(6,611 mi) • Kanggye is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.969° S, 53.415° W
The point exactly opposite Kanggye through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Kanggye, you'd surface nearest to Miramar, Argentina, about 483 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 Kanggye

📍 Location Details

CityKanggye
StateChagang (慈江道)
CountryNorth Korea
ContinentAsia
Time Zone+08:30

📈 Area & Population

Population209,530
Area (km²)263.67 km²
Area (mi²)101.80 mi²
Pop. Density794.67 /km²
Elevation288 m / 945 ft
GPS (DD)40.9695, 126.5852

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Kanggye

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Chagang
Parent Country: North Korea

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 209,530
🏆 State Rank: #1 of 9 most populous in Chagang
🏠 Share of Chagang Population: 16.120%
📏 Built-Up Area: 263.67 km²
👥 Population Density: 795 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kanggye 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 Chagang.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Hŭngju-dongChagangNW4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
Ŭijin-dongChagangW8 km5 mi~8m🗺 View
SijungChagangNW21 km13 mi~21m🗺 View
Manp’oChagangNW32 km20 mi~32m🗺 View
ChasŏngChagangN55 km34 mi~55m🗺 View
Kop’ungChagangSW67 km42 mi~1h 7m🗺 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 Kanggye to Capitals

NATIONAL CAPITAL • Pyongyang
227 km (141 mi)
S of Kanggye • ~3h 47m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Chagang

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Manp’o41.1547° N126.2894° E206 m32 km🗺 View Map
Yŏch’im-dong40.3617° N126.6585° E472 m68 km🗺 View Map
Sijung41.0789° N126.375° E243 m21 km🗺 View Map
Chunggang41.7772° N126.8736° E330 m93 km🗺 View Map
Songwŏn40.377° N125.8787° E329 m89 km🗺 View Map
Songwŏn-ŭp40.3728° N126.3083° E371 m70 km🗺 View Map
Kop’ung40.6039° N125.9467° E412 m67 km🗺 View Map
Chasŏng41.4608° N126.6414° E328 m55 km🗺 View Map
Hŭngju-dong40.9963° N126.5476° E297 m4 km🗺 View Map
Ŭijin-dong40.9752° N126.4958° E296 m8 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport
IATA: TNH
139 km (87 mi) from Kanggye
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🌍 Kanggye Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Kanggye Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Kanggye

The satellite view of Kanggye 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 North Korea map

🌎 Regional Position of Kanggye in Chagang

Kanggye sits within Chagang, North Korea, in the Asia 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 Kanggye Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Kanggye 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 Chagang. › Browse every city in Chagang

💻 Using Kanggye Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Kanggye 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 North Korea. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Kanggye Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Kanggye Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Kanggye?

The GPS coordinates of Kanggye are latitude 40.9695° and longitude 126.5852°. In directional format: 40.9695° N, 126.5852° E. These coordinates mark the center of Kanggye in Chagang and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Kanggye located?

Kanggye is a city in Chagang, North Korea, on the continent of Asia. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Kanggye?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kanggye sits at: Latitude 40° 58' 10" N and Longitude 126° 35' 7" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Kanggye?

Kanggye has a population of approximately 209,530 people. This is roughly 16.120% of Chagang's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Chagang.

🗺 How can I view Kanggye on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Kanggye is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.9695, 126.5852 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kanggye in Chagang. For broader context, explore the Chagang state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Kanggye?

The nearest airport to Kanggye is Tonghua Sanyuanpu Airport (TNH), roughly 139 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Kanggye?

Kanggye sits at an elevation of approximately 288 meters (945 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Chagang.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Kanggye?

The closest cities to Kanggye include Hŭngju-dong, Ŭijin-dong, Sijung. 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 Kanggye today?

Today in Kanggye, sunrise is at 05:08 AM and sunset is at 07:08 PM, giving a day length of 13h 59m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kanggye's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Kanggye from the Equator?

Kanggye is approximately 4,561 km (2,834 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,640 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 Kanggye?

The antipodal point of Kanggye — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Miramar, Argentina, roughly 483 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 Kanggye from Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea?

Kanggye is approximately 227 km (141 mi) S of Pyongyang, the national capital of North Korea, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.