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Shakhty, Rostov, Russia – Russia Flag

Current Date And Time In Shakhty, Russia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
19:49:03 MSK
State: Rostov
Currency: Russian Ruble (RUB)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (MSK)
Population: 221,312

🗺 Map of Shakhty, Rostov, Russia – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Shakhty, a city in Rostov, Russia, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Shakhty β€” 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 Shakhty.

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 Russia operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Shakhty, Rostov

📍 LATITUDE
47.719°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
40.216°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)47.7192° N40.216° E
Signed Decimal Degrees47.719240.216
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)47° 43' 9" N40° 12' 58" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)47° 43.1496' N40° 12.9618' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Shakhty Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:09 AM
🌅 SUNSET
07:39 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 30m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
12:24 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Shakhty’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

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

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,312 km
(3,301 mi) • Shakhty is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
3,012 km
(1,871 mi) • Shakhty is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
47.719° S, 139.784° W
The point exactly opposite Shakhty through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Shakhty, you'd surface nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, about 2,659 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 Shakhty

📍 Location Details

CityShakhty
StateRostov
CountryRussia
ContinentEurope
Time Zone+02:00 to +12:00
Founded1805-01-01

📈 Area & Population

Population221,312
Area (km²)158.20 km²
Area (mi²)61.08 mi²
Pop. Density1,398.94 /km²
Elevation112 m / 367 ft
GPS (DD)47.7192, 40.216

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Shakhty

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Rostov
Parent Country: Russia

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 221,312
🏆 State Rank: #3 of 113 most populous in Rostov
📏 Built-Up Area: 158.20 km²
👥 Population Density: 1,399 people/km²

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shakhty 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 Rostov.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
KamenolomniRostovS6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
AyutinskiyRostovNW9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
NovosvetlovskyRostovS9 km5 mi~9m🗺 View
MayskiyRostovW9 km6 mi~9m🗺 View
GornyyRostovN11 km7 mi~11m🗺 View
TalovyyRostovNW13 km8 mi~13m🗺 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 Shakhty to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Rostov-on-Don
67 km (42 mi)
SW of Shakhty • ~1h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Moscow
911 km (566 mi)
N of Shakhty • ~15h 11m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Rostov

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

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Rostov-on-Don47.22° N39.7077° E54 m0 km🗺 View Map
Taganrog47.2363° N38.9053° E21 m61 km🗺 View Map
Volgodonsk47.5114° N42.1527° E61 m187 km🗺 View Map
Novocherkassk47.4222° N40.0937° E94 m37 km🗺 View Map
Bataysk47.1375° N39.7571° E16 m10 km🗺 View Map
Novoshakhtinsk47.7604° N39.9334° E152 m62 km🗺 View Map
Azov47.1069° N39.4149° E53 m25 km🗺 View Map
Kamensk-Shakhtinsky48.3178° N40.2595° E57 m129 km🗺 View Map
Gukovo48.0621° N39.9355° E252 m95 km🗺 View Map
Sal’sk46.4749° N41.5416° E38 m162 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Platov International Airport
IATA: ROV
33 km (21 mi) from Shakhty
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🌍 Shakhty Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Shakhty Matter

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

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

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Shakhty

The satellite view of Shakhty 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 Russia map

🌎 Regional Position of Shakhty in Rostov

Shakhty sits within Rostov, Russia, in the Europe 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 Shakhty Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Shakhty 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 Rostov. › Browse every city in Rostov

💻 Using Shakhty Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Shakhty 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 Russia. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Shakhty Map Data

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

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Shakhty Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Shakhty?

The GPS coordinates of Shakhty are latitude 47.7192° and longitude 40.216°. In directional format: 47.7192° N, 40.216° E. These coordinates mark the center of Shakhty in Rostov and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Shakhty located?

Shakhty is a city in Rostov, Russia, on the continent of Europe. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Shakhty?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shakhty sits at: Latitude 47° 43' 9" N and Longitude 40° 12' 58" 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 Shakhty?

Shakhty has a population of approximately 221,312 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Rostov.

🗺 How can I view Shakhty on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Shakhty is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 47.7192, 40.216 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shakhty in Rostov. For broader context, explore the Rostov state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Shakhty?

The nearest airport to Shakhty is Platov International Airport (ROV), roughly 33 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Shakhty from Rostov-on-Don?

Shakhty is approximately 67 km (42 mi) from Rostov-on-Don, the capital of Rostov, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Rostov.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Shakhty?

Shakhty sits at an elevation of approximately 112 meters (367 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Rostov.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Shakhty?

The closest cities to Shakhty include Kamenolomni, Ayutinskiy, Novosvetlovsky. 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 Shakhty today?

Today in Shakhty, sunrise is at 05:09 AM and sunset is at 07:39 PM, giving a day length of 14h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shakhty's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Shakhty from the Equator?

Shakhty is approximately 5,312 km (3,301 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 3,012 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 Shakhty?

The antipodal point of Shakhty — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Adamstown, Pitcairn, roughly 2,659 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 Shakhty from Moscow, the capital of Russia?

Shakhty is approximately 911 km (566 mi) N of Moscow, the national capital of Russia, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.