Current Date And Time In Al-Shahaniya, Qatar
Sunday, 26 July 2026
17:01:27 AST
Capital: Dukhan
Currency: Qatari Riyal (QAR)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (AST)
Population: 54,339
Area: 239.00 km²
State Code: ZA
Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Al-Shahaniya, a state or region of Qatar in Asia. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Al-Shahaniya — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.
Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | Al-Shahaniya | |
| Native Name | Al Daayen | |
| State Capital | Dukhan | |
| State Code | ZA | |
| Total Districts | 1 | |
| Country | Qatar | |
| Continent | Asia | |
| Population | ||
| Total Population | 54,339 | |
| Percentage In World Population | 0.0007% | |
| Percentage In Qatar Population | 1.79% | |
| Density per km2 | 227.36 | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 239.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 92.28 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #7 | |
| Percentage of Qatar Area | 2.09% | |
| Ranking & Classification | ||
| Region Type | First-Order Administrative Division (State/Province) | |
| Population Rank in Qatar | #4 of 8 states/regions with population data | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Qatari Riyal | |
| Code ISO-4217 | QAR | |
| Symbol | ر.ق | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +974 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .qa | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 43 | |
| In Feet | 141 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | 25.41 | |
| Longitude | 51.19 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 25.41° N 51.186° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 25° 24' 36" N 51° 11' 8" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 25° 24.6' N 51° 11.13' E | |
| Location Context | ||
| Nearest State in Another Country | Southern Governorate, Bahrain (94 km) | |
| Time Zone | ||
| UTC Offset | +03:00 | |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year | |
| Sun Times Today | ||
| Sunrise | 🔥 04:58 AM | |
| Sunset | 🌅 06:25 PM | |
| Day Length | 13h 27m |
Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Al-Shahaniya, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within Qatar.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Umm Ghuwaylinah | 39,457 | 25.587° N | 51.15° E |
| Ash Shiḩaniyah | 8,380 | 25.371° N | 51.223° E |
| Dukhan | 7,250 | 25.425° N | 50.782° E |
| Al Jumayliyah | 1,788 | 25.611° N | 51.091° E |
| al-Ghuwayriyah | - | 25.845° N | 51.245° E |
Al-Shahaniya is an administrative region of Qatar, located in Asia. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Qatar's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Al-Shahaniya for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Qatar
Precise GPS coordinates of Al-Shahaniya enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Al-Shahaniya within Qatar plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Asia markets. › View Al-Shahaniya on map
Understanding the local time zone of Al-Shahaniya is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones
The official currency used in Al-Shahaniya is Qatari riyal (QAR). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Qatar need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for Al-Shahaniya are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Qatar. › View all country calling codes
Al-Shahaniya is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Qatar in Asia. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Al-Shahaniya
As of the latest data, Al-Shahaniya has a population of approximately 54,339 people. This represents approximately 1.79% of Qatar's total population. The population density is 227.36 people per km². For more detailed population statistics, explore our comprehensive database.
Al-Shahaniya covers an area of approximately 239.00 square kilometers (92.28 square miles). This is about 2.09% of Qatar's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of Al-Shahaniya is Dukhan. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Qatar. The national capital of Qatar is Doha.
Al-Shahaniya follows the +03:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Qatar. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in Al-Shahaniya is the Qatari riyal (QAR), represented by the symbol ر.ق — the official currency of Qatar. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.
