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Current Date And Time In Gorj County, Romania

Monday, 03 August 2026
07:11:12 EEST
Capital: Târgu Jiu
Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Area: 5,602.00 km²
State Code: GJ

🗺 Map of Gorj County, Romania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Gorj County, a state or administrative region of Romania, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Gorj County — 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 Gorj County in Romania.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Romania operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Gorj County, Romania

📍 LATITUDE
44.949°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.243°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)44.9486° N23.2427° E
Signed Decimal Degrees44.948623.2427
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)44° 56' 55" N23° 14' 34" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)44° 56.9136' N23° 14.5625' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Gorj County Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:13 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:53 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 39m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:33 PM
Calculated for today (03 Aug 2026) from Gorj County’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,004 km
(3,109 mi) • Gorj County is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DISTANCE FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,831 km
(1,138 mi) • Gorj County is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
44.949° S, 156.757° W
The point exactly opposite Gorj County through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Gorj County, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,572 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 Gorj County

📍 Location Details

State / RegionGorj County
CountryRomania
ContinentEurope
CapitalTârgu Jiu
State CodeGJ
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Area (km²)5,602.00 km²
Area (mi²)2,162.94 mi²
Elevation224 m / 736 ft
Area Rank#20 in Romania
GPS (DD)44.9486, 23.2427

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring States

🗺 Neighboring States of Gorj County

Nearby States Found: 6 states
Parent Country: Romania
Continent: Europe

📐 Geographic Size Analysis

Total Area: 5,602.00 km² (2,162.94 mi²)
🎮 Share of Romania: 2.36% of total country area
🌎 World Land Share: 0.0038% of Earth's land surface
👥 Population Density: 0.00 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby States

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Gorj County 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 Romania.

StateCountryDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
Mehedinți CountyRomaniaSW52 km32 mi~39m🗺 View
Vâlcea CountyRomaniaNE82 km51 mi~1h 1m🗺 View
DoljRomaniaS93 km58 mi~1h 10m🗺 View
Caraș-Severin CountyRomaniaW94 km58 mi~1h 10m🗺 View
Hunedoara CountyRomaniaN96 km60 mi~1h 12m🗺 View
ArgesRomaniaE124 km77 mi~1h 33m🗺 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.

🚗 Distance from Gorj County to the National Capital

Târgu Jiu → Bucharest, Romania
233 km (145 mi)
E of Gorj County's capital • ~2h 55m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Gorj County

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the most populous cities in Gorj County, along with each city's aerial distance from Târgu Jiu, Gorj County's state capital. Handy for travel planning, delivery zone mapping and pinpointing locations on GPS devices or GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Târgu Jiu45.05° N23.2833° E212 m0 km🗺 View Map
Motru44.8033° N22.9719° E182 m37 km🗺 View Map
Rovinari44.9167° N23.1833° E166 m17 km🗺 View Map
Bumbeşti-Jiu45.1667° N23.4° E380 m16 km🗺 View Map
Târgu Cărbuneşti44.95° N23.5167° E195 m21 km🗺 View Map
Turceni44.6833° N23.3667° E127 m41 km🗺 View Map
Tismana45.05° N22.9667° E212 m25 km🗺 View Map
Băleşti45.0167° N23.2167° E183 m6 km🗺 View Map
Plopşoru44.7833° N23.35° E141 m30 km🗺 View Map
Runcu45.1167° N23.1333° E282 m14 km🗺 View Map
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🌍 Gorj County Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Gorj County Matter

The precise GPS location of Gorj County is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Romania. 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

📈 Coordinate Formats for Gorj County Mapping

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 Gorj County on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Romania.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Gorj County

The satellite view of Gorj County 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 Romania national map

🌎 Regional Position of Gorj County in Romania

Gorj County occupies a distinct geographic zone within Romania in the Europe 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

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Gorj County Coordinates

Transportation teams use GPS coordinates of Gorj County 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 Romania. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference

💻 Using Gorj County Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Gorj County 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 Romania. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Gorj County Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Gorj County directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Bordering RegionsUse the nearby states tool to find all regions bordering Gorj County. Ideal for regional analysis, cross-border logistics and multi-territory market research in Romania.
🏝 Cities & Territory Drill-DownAccess the full list of cities in Gorj County with their own GPS data for precise intra-regional mapping, branch planning and urban coverage analysis.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Gorj County Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Gorj County?

The GPS coordinates of Gorj County are latitude 44.9486° and longitude 23.2427°. In directional format: 44.9486° N, 23.2427° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Gorj County in Romania and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.

🌎 Where is Gorj County located?

Gorj County is a state or administrative region of Romania, located in Europe. Its capital city is Târgu Jiu. View the exact position of Gorj County on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Gorj County?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Gorj County is at: Latitude 44° 56' 55" N and Longitude 23° 14' 34" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.

📐 What is the total area of Gorj County?

Gorj County covers a total area of approximately 5,602.00 km² (2,162.94 mi²). This is roughly 2.36% of Romania's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.

🗺 How can I view Gorj County on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Gorj County is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 44.9486, 23.2427 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Gorj County in Romania. For broader context, explore the Romania national map or nearby states.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Gorj County today?

Today in Gorj County, sunrise is at 06:13 AM and sunset is at 08:53 PM, giving a day length of 14h 39m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Gorj County's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Gorj County from the Equator?

Gorj County is approximately 5,004 km (3,109 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,831 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 Gorj County?

The antipodal point of Gorj County — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,572 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.

🚗 How far is Gorj County from Bucharest, the capital of Romania?

Târgu Jiu, the capital of Gorj County, is approximately 233 km (145 mi) E of Bucharest, the national capital of Romania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.