Total population
1,947,081
Badin District
Badin District, resting at the edge of the Indus Delta, is a vibrant coastal land shaped by water, wind, and rich traditions. It is known as a crucial gateway to Pakistan’s deep-sea fishing communities and a sanctuary for migratory birds. Deeply tied to the mystical heritage of Sindh, Badin beats to the rhythm of ancient Sufi folklore, making it a captivating blend of natural beauty and enduring cultural pride.
Basic information
Total area
6,858 km²
Administrative units
5 tehsils · 44 union councils · 511 villages
Administrative scale
Key indicators
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| Total population | 1,947,081 |
| Tehsils | 5 |
| Union councils | 44 |
| Total area | 6,858 km² |
Educational institutions
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| Schools | 2,501 |
Health facilities
| Facility type | Count |
|---|---|
| DHQ Hospital | 1 |
| Rural & basic healthcare (MCH) | 4 |
Health facilities (overview)
| Facility type | Count |
|---|---|
| DHQ Hospital | 1 |
| Rural & basic healthcare (MCH) | 4 |
Police stations
| Station | Count |
|---|---|
| PS Badin | 1 |
| PS Kadhan | 1 |
| PS Nindo | 1 |
| PS Matli | 1 |
| PS Tando Ghulam Ali | 1 |
| PS Dehi | 1 |
| PS Tando Bago | 1 |
| PS Khoski | 1 |
| PS Pangrio | 1 |
| PS Shaheed Fazal Rahu | 1 |
| PS Kario Ganhwar | 1 |
| PS Khorwah | 1 |
| PS Talhar | 1 |
| PS Rajo Khanani | 1 |
| Total | 14 |
National Assembly constituencies
| Member | Constituency | Name (Party) |
|---|---|---|
 |
NA-222 Badin-I | Mir Ghulam Ali Talpur (PPPP) |
 |
NA-223 Badin-II | Haji Rasool Bux Chandio (PPPP) |
Provincial Assembly constituencies
| Member | Constituency | Name (Party) |
|---|---|---|
 |
PS-68 Badin-I | Muhammad Halepoto (PPPP) |
 |
PS-69 Badin-II | Allah Bux Talpur (PPPP) |
 |
PS-70 Badin-III | Arbab Amir Amanullah (PPPP) |
 |
PS-71 Badin-IV | Taj Muhammad Mallah (PPPP) |
 |
PS-72 Badin-V | Muhammad Ismail Rahoo (PPPP) |
Priority issues & challenges
1. Road Infrastructure
Road networks in Badin face severe challenges due to low-lying deltaic terrain and severe monsoonal flooding.
2. Water Crisis
The district experiences a severe drinking water crisis and seawater intrusion into the local groundwater supply.
3. Health
Healthcare facilities are strained; the Dr. Sikandar Ali Mandhro Civil Hospital (DHQ) serves nearly two million people with ongoing upgrade needs. WHO guidance calls for 2.5 doctors per 1,000 population — a level not met in Badin.
4. Unemployment
Youth unemployment is a major concern in the region, with a high unemployment rate of 33%.
5. Environmental Challenges
Issues include severe seawater intrusion destroying arable land, industrial pollution, and biological contamination destroying water quality in the critical Phulleli and Akram Wah canal networks.