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🇵🇰 Pakistan Geography — Location, Area, Borders & Climate

Pakistan is a country in South Asia, Asia. It covers a total area of 881,913 km² and has a coastline of 1,046 km. It shares land borders with 4 countries.

📐 Geographic Statistics

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Continent
Asia
geographical region
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Region
South Asia
sub-region
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Total Area
881,913 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
262/km²
people per km²
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Coastline
1,046 km
total shore length
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Timezone
UTC+5
UTC offset
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Independence
1947
established
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Climate
Hot desert south, alpine north, monsoon east
general type

Location and Position

Pakistan is situated in South Asia, within the broader continent of Asia. The country has a coastline of 1,046 km, giving it access to maritime trade, fishing and tourism. Coastal geography has played a major role in the country's historical development and economic activity.

Size and Area

Pakistan covers a total area of 881,913 km², making it one of the smaller countries in the world. With a population of 231M across this area, the population density is 262/km². The capital city is Islamabad.

Climate

The climate of Pakistan is hot desert south, alpine north, monsoon east. The best time to visit is generally October–April, when conditions are most favourable for travel.Climate varies by region within the country, so specific conditions depend on the area being visited.

🗺️ Countries Bordering Pakistan

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India
New Delhi
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Afghanistan
Kabul
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Iran
Tehran
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China
Beijing

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Pakistan located?

Pakistan is located in South Asia, Asia. The capital city is Islamabad.

How large is Pakistan?

Pakistan has a total area of 881,913 km² with a population density of 262/km².

What countries border Pakistan?

Pakistan shares land borders with: India, Afghanistan, Iran, China.

What is the climate of Pakistan?

The climate of Pakistan is Hot desert south, alpine north, monsoon east. The best time to visit is October–April.

What timezone is Pakistan in?

Pakistan observes UTC+5 timezone.

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