Pakistan

Islamic Republic of Pakistan

"A South Asian country known for its diverse landscapes, from mountains to deserts, and rich Islamic heritage."

Southern Asia
UN Member
OIC
SCO

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Republic

Capital City

Islamabad

33.68°, 73.05°

Official Languages

English, Urdu

Population

247.5M

Total Area

881.91K km²

Population Density

280.65 people per km²

Currency

Pakistani rupee

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#5
247,504,495

Total Population+1.5%

2023
#144
67.6 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#10
38.0%

Urban Population

2023
#42
3.60

Fertility Rate

2023
#170
27.4%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#45
$337.9B

GDP0%

2023
#162
$1.4K

GDP per Capita

2023
#161
12.6%

Inflation

2024
#97
5.5%

Unemployment Rate

2024
#30
29.6

Gini Index

2018

Frequently Asked Questions About Pakistan

What is the capital of Pakistan?

Pakistan's capital city is Islamabad.

What is the population of Pakistan?

As of 2023, the estimated population of Pakistan is approximately 247.5M people. This makes it the 5th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is Pakistan?

Pakistan spans a total area of approximately 881,912 square kilometers (340,507.99 square miles).

Which continent is Pakistan in?

Pakistan is located in Asia, specifically within the Southern Asia subregion.

What is the GDP of Pakistan?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Pakistan is approximately $337.91B USD. This ranks Pakistan as the 45th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.