Pakistan’s largest city and economic hub, known for its port, industries, and cultural diversity.
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2. Lahore, Punjab – Population: ~13,004,000
Cultural heart of Pakistan, renowned for its history, food, and Mughal architecture.
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3. Faisalabad, Punjab – Population: ~3,692,000
Major industrial city often called the “Manchester of Pakistan” for its textile industry.
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4. Rawalpindi, Punjab – Population: ~3,358,000
Military headquarters and twin city to the capital, Islamabad.
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5. Gujranwala, Punjab – Population: ~2,668,000
Industrial center known for manufacturing and wrestling tradition.
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6. Multan, Punjab – Population: ~2,215,000
City of Saints, rich in Sufi shrines and ancient history.
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7. Hyderabad, Sindh – Population: ~1,921,000
Historic city along the Indus River, famous for handicrafts and cuisine.
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8. Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Population: ~1,906,000
One of the oldest cities in South Asia, gateway to the Khyber Pass.
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9. Quetta, Balochistan – Population: ~1,566,000
Mountain-ringed capital of Balochistan, known for fruit orchards and trade.
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10. Islamabad, Capital Territory – Population: ~1,109,000
Modern, planned capital city known for its greenery and architecture.
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11. Sargodha, Punjab – Population: ~976,000
Agricultural hub, famous for its citrus orchards.
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12. Sialkot, Punjab – Population: ~912,000
Globally recognized for sports goods and surgical instruments.
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13. Bahawalpur, Punjab – Population: ~904,000
Historic city with royal palaces and access to the Cholistan Desert.
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14. Jhang, Punjab – Population: ~607,000
Agricultural region known for rich folklore and poetry.
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15. Sheikhupura, Punjab – Population: ~591,000
Industrial town with Mughal-era monuments.
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16. Gujrat, Punjab – Population: ~574,000
Noted for pottery, fan manufacturing, and a large diaspora.
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17. Sukkur, Sindh – Population: ~564,000
Strategic city on the Indus River, known for its barrage and bridges.
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18. Larkana, Sindh – Population: ~552,000
Cultural and political center, birthplace of former Prime Ministers.
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19. Sahiwal, Punjab – Population: ~538,000
Agriculture and dairy farming center in central Punjab.
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20. Okara, Punjab – Population: ~534,000
Fertile agricultural region known for dairy and military farms.
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21. Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab – Population: ~519,000
Commercial and cultural city bridging Punjab and Sindh.
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22. Kasur, Punjab – Population: ~511,000
Home to the famous Sufi poet Bulleh Shah and thriving leather industry.
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23. Mardan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Population: ~368,000
Large Pashtun city known for archaeology and agriculture.
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24. Nawabshah, Sindh – Population: ~363,000
Important trade and agriculture center in central Sindh.
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25. Burewala, Punjab – Population: ~362,000
Textile-producing city in southern Punjab.
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26. Mingora, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Population: ~361,000
Tourist gateway to the scenic Swat Valley.
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27. Hafizabad, Punjab – Population: ~319,000
Known for rice production and trade.
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28. Chiniot, Punjab – Population: ~318,000
Famous for handcrafted furniture and woodwork.
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29. Jhelum, Punjab – Population: ~312,000
Military city along the river, rich in history.
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30. Kamoke, Punjab – Population: ~292,000
Citrus and grain market town near Gujranwala.
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31. Khanewal, Punjab – Population: ~282,000
Major railway junction with a strong agricultural base.
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32. Sadiqabad, Punjab – Population: ~274,000
Industrial city near the Sindh–Punjab border.
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33. Turbat, Balochistan – Population: ~269,000
Southern city known for dates and its strategic location.
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34. Mirpur Khas, Sindh – Population: ~268,000
City of mangoes and agriculture in southeastern Sindh.
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35. Muridke, Punjab – Population: ~254,000
Industrial suburb near Lahore.
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36. Khanpur, Punjab – Population: ~247,000
Farming and market town in southern Punjab.
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37. Bahawalnagar, Punjab – Population: ~242,000
Border town and agricultural trade center.
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38. Kohat, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Population: ~236,000
Historic garrison city with scenic views and army presence.
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39. Muzaffargarh, Punjab – Population: ~236,000
Located between two rivers, known for mangoes and cotton.
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40. Abbottabad, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa – Population: ~234,000
Hill station known for its scenic beauty and military academy.
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41. Mandi Bahauddin, Punjab – Population: ~232,000
Center for agriculture and grain markets.
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42. Daska, Punjab – Population: ~229,000
Agricultural and manufacturing city near Sialkot.
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43. Pakpattan, Punjab – Population: ~221,000
Religious center with the shrine of Baba Farid.
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44. Dera Ghazi Khan, Punjab – Population: ~220,000
Crossroads city at the gateway to western Pakistan.
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45. Jacobabad, Sindh – Population: ~219,000
One of the hottest cities on earth; key railway town.
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46. Chakwal, Punjab – Population: ~218,000
Known for military recruits and salt mines.
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47. Khuzdar, Balochistan – Population: ~218,000
Regional city in central Balochistan with tribal heritage.
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48. Gojra, Punjab – Population: ~214,000
Agricultural hub and home to Pakistan’s field hockey legacy.
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49. Vehari, Punjab – Population: ~210,000
Famous for cotton and wheat farming.
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50. Shikarpur, Sindh – Population: ~205,000
Historic city with old bazaars and Sindhi culture.
