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Yŏch’im-dong, Chagang, North Korea – North Korea Flag

Current Date And Time In Yŏch’im-dong, North Korea

Friday, 14 August 2026
07:51:24 KST
State: Chagang
Currency: North Korean Won (KPW)
Timezone: UTC +08:30 (KST)
Population: 47,460

🗺 Map of Yŏch’im-dong, Chagang, North Korea – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Yŏch’im-dong, 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 Yŏch’im-dong — 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 Yŏch’im-dong.

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 Yŏch’im-dong, Chagang

📍 LATITUDE
40.362°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
126.659°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)40.3617° N126.6585° E
Signed Decimal Degrees40.3617126.6585
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)40° 21' 42" N126° 39' 31" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)40° 21.7044' N126° 39.5112' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Yŏch’im-dong Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:11 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:04 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
13h 52m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:08 PM
Calculated for today (14 Aug 2026) from Yŏch’im-dong’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Yŏch’im-dong’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
4,493 km
(2,792 mi) • Yŏch’im-dong is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
10,744 km
(6,676 mi) • Yŏch’im-dong is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
40.362° S, 53.341° W
The point exactly opposite Yŏch’im-dong through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Yŏch’im-dong, you'd surface nearest to Mar del Plata, Argentina, about 448 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 Yŏch’im-dong

📍 Location Details

CityYŏch’im-dong
StateChagang (慈江道)
CountryNorth Korea
ContinentAsia
Time Zone+08:30

📈 Area & Population

Population47,460
Elevation472 m / 1,549 ft
GPS (DD)40.3617, 126.6585

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Yŏch’im-dong

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

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 47,460
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 9 most populous in Chagang
🏠 Share of Chagang Population: 3.651%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Yŏch’im-dong 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
Songwŏn-ŭpChagangW30 km18 mi~30m🗺 View
Kop’ungChagangNW66 km41 mi~1h 6m🗺 View
SongwŏnChagangW66 km41 mi~1h 6m🗺 View
KanggyeChagangN68 km42 mi~1h 8m🗺 View
Ŭijin-dongChagangN70 km43 mi~1h 10m🗺 View
Hŭngju-dongChagangN71 km44 mi~1h 11m🗺 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 Yŏch’im-dong to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Kanggye
68 km (42 mi)
N of Yŏch’im-dong • ~1h 8m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Pyongyang
167 km (104 mi)
SW of Yŏch’im-dong • ~2h 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 Yŏch’im-dong, 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
Kanggye40.9695° N126.5852° E288 m0 km🗺 View Map
Manp’o41.1547° N126.2894° E206 m32 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
Sondok Airport
IATA: DSO
98 km (61 mi) from Yŏch’im-dong
States By Alphabets

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🌍 Yŏch’im-dong Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Yŏch’im-dong Matter

The exact GPS location of Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Yŏch’im-dong

The satellite view of Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong in Chagang

Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong. 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 Yŏch’im-dong Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Yŏch’im-dong?

The GPS coordinates of Yŏch’im-dong are latitude 40.3617° and longitude 126.6585°. In directional format: 40.3617° N, 126.6585° E. These coordinates mark the center of Yŏch’im-dong in Chagang and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Yŏch’im-dong located?

Yŏch’im-dong 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 Yŏch’im-dong?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Yŏch’im-dong sits at: Latitude 40° 21' 42" N and Longitude 126° 39' 31" 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 Yŏch’im-dong?

Yŏch’im-dong has a population of approximately 47,460 people. This is roughly 3.651% 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 Yŏch’im-dong on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Yŏch’im-dong is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 40.3617, 126.6585 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Yŏch’im-dong in Chagang. For broader context, explore the Chagang state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Yŏch’im-dong?

The nearest airport to Yŏch’im-dong is Sondok Airport (DSO), roughly 98 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Yŏch’im-dong from Kanggye?

Yŏch’im-dong is approximately 68 km (42 mi) from Kanggye, the capital of Chagang, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Chagang.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Yŏch’im-dong?

Yŏch’im-dong sits at an elevation of approximately 472 meters (1,549 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 Yŏch’im-dong?

The closest cities to Yŏch’im-dong include Songwŏn-ŭp, Kop’ung, Songwŏn. 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 Yŏch’im-dong today?

Today in Yŏch’im-dong, sunrise is at 05:11 AM and sunset is at 07:04 PM, giving a day length of 13h 52m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Yŏch’im-dong's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Yŏch’im-dong from the Equator?

Yŏch’im-dong is approximately 4,493 km (2,792 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 10,744 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 Yŏch’im-dong?

The antipodal point of Yŏch’im-dong — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mar del Plata, Argentina, roughly 448 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 Yŏch’im-dong from Pyongyang, the capital of North Korea?

Yŏch’im-dong is approximately 167 km (104 mi) SW of Pyongyang, the national capital of North Korea, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.