Current Date And Time In Kara, Togo
Tuesday, 11 August 2026
12:18:26 GMT
Capital: Kara
Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (GMT)
Population: 769,940
Area: 11,629.00 km²
State Code: K
Explore the interactive satellite map of Kara, a state or administrative region of Togo, located in Africa. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Kara — 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 Kara in Togo.
Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Africa • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Togo operations.
| Coordinate Format | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 9.7216° N | 1.0586° E |
| Signed Decimal Degrees | 9.7216 | 1.0586 |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 9° 43' 18" N | 1° 3' 31" E |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 9° 43.2984' N | 1° 3.5168' E |
| Population | 769,940 |
| Area (km²) | 11,629.00 km² |
| Area (mi²) | 4,489.98 mi² |
| Pop. Density | 37.78 /km² |
| Elevation | 450 m / 1,476 ft |
| Area Rank | #3 in Togo |
| Population Rank | #4 of 5 in Togo |
| GPS (DD) | 9.7216, 1.0586 |
Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kara 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 Togo.
| State | Country | Direction | Distance (km) | Distance (mi) | Drive Est. | Map |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savanes | Togo | NW | 107 km | 67 mi | ~1h 20m | 🗺 View |
| Centrale | Togo | S | 118 km | 73 mi | ~1h 29m | 🗺 View |
| Plateaux | Togo | S | 235 km | 146 mi | ~2h 56m | 🗺 View |
| Maritime | Togo | S | 360 km | 224 mi | ~4h 30m | 🗺 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 Kara, along with each city's aerial distance from Kara, Kara'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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kara | 9.5511° N | 1.1861° E | 291 m | 0 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bassar | 9.2503° N | 0.7821° E | 388 m | 56 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Niamtougou | 9.7681° N | 1.1053° E | 469 m | 26 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Bafilo | 9.35° N | 1.2667° E | 608 m | 24 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Kandé | 9.9578° N | 1.0447° E | 269 m | 48 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Guérin-Kouka | 9.6906° N | 0.6114° E | 203 m | 65 km | 🗺 View Map |
| Pagouda | 9.7525° N | 1.3278° E | 415 m | 27 km | 🗺 View Map |
The precise GPS location of Kara is a critical reference point for logistics professionals, supply chain managers and route planners working across Togo. 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 Kara on this page are ready for direct use in location-based services, geospatial analysis and field operations in Togo.
The satellite view of Kara 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 Togo national map
Kara occupies a distinct geographic zone within Togo in the Africa 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 Kara 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 Togo. Combined with city-level data, this supports granular route design for B2B and B2C operations. › Time zone reference
Coordinates for Kara 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 Togo. › Country geolocation database
The GPS coordinates of Kara are latitude 9.7216° and longitude 1.0586°. In directional format: 9.7216° N, 1.0586° E. These coordinates represent the geographic center of Kara in Togo and work with all major mapping platforms including Google Maps and OpenStreetMap.
Kara is a state or administrative region of Togo, located in Africa. Its capital city is Kara. View the exact position of Kara on the satellite map above or explore nearby states for regional context.
In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Kara is at: Latitude 9° 43' 18" N and Longitude 1° 3' 31" E. This format is standard for traditional surveying, military navigation, printed topographic maps and older GPS devices commonly used in field operations.
Kara covers a total area of approximately 11,629.00 km² (4,489.98 mi²). This is roughly 20.48% of Togo's total national area. For area comparisons visit our country area database.
The interactive satellite map of Kara is embedded on this page and shows the region's terrain, road network and borders. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 9.7216, 1.0586 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Kara in Togo. For broader context, explore the Togo national map or nearby states.
Today in Kara, sunrise is at 05:45 AM and sunset is at 06:16 PM, giving a day length of 12h 30m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Kara's GPS coordinates and updated daily.
Kara is approximately 1,082 km (672 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 116 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.
The antipodal point of Kara — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Mala'e, Wallis And Futuna, roughly 493 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.
Kara, the capital of Kara, is approximately 381 km (236 mi) S of Lome, the national capital of Togo, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to National Capital card above.
