Categories in Islamabad
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Islamabad
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Shopping | 5,373 | 22 years |
| Real estate | 4,976 | 15 years |
| Restaurants | 4,333 | 13 years |
| Corporate management | 4,260 | 16 years |
| Electronics stores | 3,514 | 14 years |
| Education | 3,135 | 21 years |
| Mosques | 1,916 | — |
| Clothing stores | 1,849 | 25 years |
| Other accommodation | 1,722 | 23 years |
| Shopping other | 1,675 | 22 years |
| Grocery stores and supermarkets | 1,670 | 30 years |
| Construction of buildings | 1,542 | 15 years |
Islamabad Facts
| Area | 868.6 km² |
| Population | 2,818,435 |
| Male Population | 1,461,770 (51.9%) |
| Female Population | 1,356,665 (48.1%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +282.5% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +86.7% |
| Median Age | 21.3 years (Male: 21.4, Female: 21.2) |
| GDP per capita (PPP) | $7,895 (2022) |
| Area Codes | 51 |
| Neighborhoods | G 9 Markaz G-9, G 7/2 Blue Area, G 11 Markaz G-11, F 10/3 F-10, I 10 Markaz I-10 |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | Pakistan Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 33.72148, 73.04329 |
| Postal Codes | 12000, 12001, 12070, 12071, 12090, More |
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Islamabad Population
Years 1975 to 2030
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 | 2025* | 2030* |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 736,894 | 1,133,469 | 1,509,990 | 2,420,675 | 2,818,435 | 3,260,690 | 3,752,206 |
| Population Density | 848.4 / km² | 1,305 / km² | 1,738.5 / km² | 2,787 / km² | 3,244.9 / km² | 3,754.1 / km² | 4,320 / km² |
Islamabad Population change from 2000 to 2020
Increase of 86.7% from year 2000 to 2020
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | +282.5% | +148.7% | +86.7% |
| Islamabad Capital Territory | — | — | — |
| Pakistan | — | — | — |
Islamabad Median Age
Median Age: 21.3 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | 21.3 yrs | 21.2 yrs | 21.4 yrs |
| Islamabad Capital Territory | 21.3 yrs | 21.2 yrs | 21.4 yrs |
| Pakistan | 21.1 yrs | 21 yrs | 21.1 yrs |
Islamabad Population Density
Population Density: 3,245 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | 2.8 million | 868.6 km² | 3,245 / km² |
| Islamabad Capital Territory | 2.4 million | 866.3 km² | 2,794 / km² |
| Pakistan | 188.8 million | 876,288.9 km² | 215 / km² |
Islamabad Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1600 to 2100
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Islamabad
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Islamabad
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Islamabad
Postal Codes
Percentage of businesses by Postal Codes in Islamabad
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Islamabad
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Islamabad Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
GDP per capita, PPP (constant 2017 international $)
| Data | 1990 | 1995 | 2000 | 2005 | 2010 | 2015 | 2020 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GDP per capita | $4,821 | $4,841 | $5,389 | $5,946 | $6,213 | $6,788 | $7,938 | $7,895 |
| Total GDP | $4.2B | $5.4B | $7.6B | $10.2B | $12.7B | $15.8B | $20.4B | $21.6B |
Islamabad CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islamabad | 2,581,407 tn | 0.92 tn | 2,972 tons/km² |
| Islamabad Capital Territory | 2,217,099 tn | 0.92 tn | 2,559.2 tons/km² |
| Pakistan | 148,464,575 tn | 0.79 tn | 169.4 tons/km² |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 2,581,407 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 0.92 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 2,972 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (9) |
| Earthquake | Medium (7) |
| Landslide | Medium (7) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and Norwegian Geotechnical Institute - NGI. 2005. Global Landslide Hazard Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4P848VZ.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/30/18 | 6:37 PM | 3.8 | 36.5 km | 38,090 m | 19km SE of Hazro, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 4/10/18 | 11:47 AM | 3.6 | 46.9 km | 32,940 m | 14km SSE of Kahuta, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 8/27/17 | 12:24 PM | 4.6 | 17 km | 32,110 m | 7km WSW of Rawalpindi, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 3/21/17 | 5:56 AM | 4.3 | 39.8 km | 40,980 m | 32km SE of Sanjwal, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 11/24/16 | 2:16 PM | 4.5 | 60.5 km | 37,810 m | 33km NNW of Chakwal, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 8/2/16 | 1:24 AM | 4.2 | 39 km | 55,870 m | 16km SSE of Topi, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 7/24/15 | 9:30 PM | 4.6 | 52.3 km | 39,110 m | 5km N of Gujar Khan, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 7/24/15 | 8:59 PM | 5.1 | 20.4 km | 17,030 m | 19km WSW of Murree, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 8/2/14 | 12:28 AM | 4.1 | 61.2 km | 35,000 m | 6km W of Hazro, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
| 3/26/14 | 7:52 PM | 4 | 62.7 km | 5,320 m | 2km SSW of Nazir Town, Pakistan | usgs.gov |
Islamabad
Islamabad (/ɪzˈlɑːməˌbɑːd/; Urdu: اسلام آباد, Islāmābād, Urdu pronunciation: [ɪsˌlɑːmɑˈbɑːd̪]) is the capital city of Pakistan located within the Islamabad Capital Territory. It has a population of 2 million and together with its neighboring twin ci..
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