Hyderabad District
District Overview
Economic Structure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Development Projects
District Overview
General Information
| District Name | Hyderabad |
|---|---|
|
Province |
Sindh |
|
Headquarters |
Hyderabad |
|
Established |
1768 A.D Formerly Neroun Kot – Currently Hyderabad |
|
Total Area |
1740 square kilometers |
|
Total Population |
2432540 |
|
Male Population |
1289279 |
|
Female Population |
1143090 |
|
Urban Population |
2022379 |
|
Rural Population |
410161 |
|
Population Density |
2449.69 per square kilometer |
|
Literacy Rate |
67.21 Percentage |
|
Official Language(s) |
Sindhi & Urdu |
|
Major Ethnic Groups |
Urdu (45.91%) · Sindhi (43.11%) · Punjabi (3.12%) · Pashto (2.83%)
· Saraiki (0.79%) · Others (4.2%) |
|
Labour force(Male & female) |
908 Male 846 Female |
Administrative Divisions
|
Tehsils/Talukas |
4 |
|
Union Councils |
20 |
|
Villages |
98 Villages, 74 Dehs within the territorial jurisdiction of Hyd |
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Geographical Coordinates |
25°. 22′45″N latitude and 68°. 22′06″E longitude |
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Topography |
Hyderabad, Pakistan, is located on the east bank of the Indus River and
has an elevation of 13 meters (43 ft) |
|
Major Rivers/Lakes |
Indus River |
|
Climate |
Hot semi-arid climate with warm conditions year-round,
characterized by hot, dry days and cool, breezy nights, with an average
annual rainfall of around 336.1 mm |
Culture and Heritage
|
Historical Sites |
Qadam Gah Mola Ali, Mian Ghulam Shah Kalhoro Tomb,
Badshahi Banglow, Mukhi House, Tomb of Talpurs/Mirs & Sindh Museum |
|
Cultural Festivals |
Sindhi Cultural Day |
|
Traditional Crafts |
Block Print Fabric, Pottery, Handwooven textiles &
Glass Bangles |
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Cuisine |
Sindhi Biryani, Haleem & Karahi |
Tourism
|
Tourist Attractions |
Sindh Museum, Rani Bagh, Pakka Qila Mukhi House
& Shahi Bazar, Indus River Al Manzar, Petaro Cadet College, University of
Sindh Old Campus Kotri Bridge. |
|
Accommodation |
Popular Indus Hotel and many Guest Houses specially on
Auto bahn Road Hyderabad |
|
Transport for Tourists |
Sindh Peoples Bus Servies, Private Buses, Trains Network Private Cabs |
Economic Structure
Agriculture & Allied Sectors
| Crop | Production |
|---|---|
|
Wheat |
63.27 Tons |
|
Cotton |
21.77 Tons |
|
Rice |
3.52 Tons |
|
Sugarcane |
192.79 Tons |
|
Maize |
0.04 Tones |
Livestock & Dairy Industry
|
Livestock & Dairy Industry |
In the Hyderabad region of Pakistan, the dairy
industry plays a significant role, with annual milk production estimated at
approximately 3.7 million tons and a livestock population of 1.4 million
cattle/buffaloes. This indicates a strong potential for commercial dairy
farming in the peri-urban areas surrounding Hyderabad. |
|
Citrus and Mangoes |
These are the largest fruit crop groups by volume in Pakistan, with
productions reaching 2.4 million tons and 1.6 million tons, respectively. |
|
Overall Production |
In FY 2021-22, Pakistan exported 622.1 thousand tons of fruit and 939.7
thousand tons of vegetables. |
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Specific to Sindh |
Sindh, where Hyderabad is located, is an important agricultural
region, with cotton, rice, wheat, sugarcane, bananas, and mangoes
being major crops. |
|
Fisheries |
The provided search results do not contain specific data for
Hyderabad’s fisheries production in tons. There is evidence of a decline in fisheries production in the
downstream Kotri area, where water scarcity has affected fish fauna. |
|
Agricultural Land |
Agricultural Land Use 21922 Acres |
Industries Overview
Industry & Manufacturing
Key Industries & Industrial Clusters Total Running Unit 71
MSME (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) Sector Overview
- MSME (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) Sector Overview
Large-scale Industries & Key Players
- Large-scale Industries & Key Players
Trade & Commerce
- Major Markets & Trading Centers: Tower Market, Cloth Market, Shahi
Bazar, Resham Gali, Autobahn Road. - Major Exports: Textile, Leather goods, Glass Bangles & Handicraft
- Major Commodities Traded
Services Sector
- Banking & Financial Services: 234 Branches
- Education & Healthcare Infrastructure: Civil Hospital, MCH, BHU RHC
- Total 790 Units
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Transport
- Transport (Road, Rail, Air, Waterways)
- Road Networks: 205 KM
- Railways: 01
- Airports: 01
- Educational Institutions: Number of schools, colleges, and universities
- Healthcare Facilities: 790 Units
- Communication: Internet, mobile networks, and postal services Available
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Communication
- Power Supply & Renewable Energy Potential
- Digital Connectivity & Internet Penetration
Development Projects
Development Projects
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Ongoing Projects |
Government & private sector initiatives:
In Hyderabad, Pakistan, ongoing projects encompass a range of government and
private sector initiatives, primarily focusing on infrastructure and economic
development. These projects include road construction, water management, and
education reforms. Public-Private Partnership (PPP) projects are also prevalent,
particularly in infrastructure. |
Government Initiatives
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Infrastructure Development |
Several road projects are underway, including the Hyderabad Mirpurkhas
Dual Carriageway, Hyderabad Southern Bypass, and the Sukkur-Hyderabad
Motorway. The Sindh Water and Agriculture Transformation Project
(SWAT) includes upgrading the Akram Wah canal, which provides water to
Hyderabad. |
|
Water Management |
The 65 MGD Water Supply Project is ongoing, aiming to improve water access.
The Sindh Water and Agriculture Transformation Project (SWAT) also focuses on
improving the operation of the Left Bank canal network, including potentially new
control structures. |
|
Education Reform |
The Government of Sindh is implementing Education Management Organizations
(EMOs) to improve the functioning of public schools through private sector
partnerships. |
|
Other Government Projects |
The Regional Blood Centers (RBC) Project, 54 JICA rehabilitated public schools,
and the Keenjhar Lake Resort Project are also ongoing. |
Private Sector Initiatives
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Road Construction |
The Hyderabad Mirpurkhas Dual Carriageway was
constructed by a private firm through a PPP agreement. |
|
Economic Zones |
The Dhabeji Special Economic Zone is a major private sector
initiative. |
|
Tourism |
The Tharparkar Tourism Project is another private sector venture. |
|
EMOs |
Private sector Education Management Organizations (EMOs) are involved
in managing and improving public schools. |
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Road Projects |
The Hyderabad Mirpurkhas Dual Carriageway and the Karachi-Hyderabad
Motorway (M-9) are examples of PPP projects. |
|
Other PPPs |
The Public Private Partnership Unit (PPPU) is involved in various PPP projects,
including the Rani Bagh Project and the 5 MGD Seawater Desalination Plant |
|
EMOs |
The EMOs reform involves partnerships with private sector organizations to
manage public schools. |
|
EMOs |
Private sector Education Management Organizations (EMOs) are involved
in managing and improving public schools. |
Examples of Ongoing Projects
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Rani Bagh Project |
A PPP project involving the construction of a new infrastructure
development, with 7.2 kilometers of the 22.343-kilometer road opened to
traffic. |
|
Sukkur-Hyderabad Motorway (M-6) |
Work is expected to begin on this project in 2025, with completion anticipated
within three years. |
|
Hyderabad Southern Bypass |
Hyderabad Southern Bypass:
The Government of Sindh has received a loan from the Asian Development Bank
(ADB) for the feasibility study and detailed design of this project, according to the
Sindh Provincial Road Improvement Project. |
|
Training of Youth on Solar Electrification and Appliance |
A project under the Clean Energy and Climate Resilient Housing in Rural Sindh,
Pakistan, with a recent 6th batch of training |
