There are 166 districts in Pakistan, including the Capital Territory, and the districts of Azad Kashmir and Gilgit-Baltistan. These districts form the primary administrative divisions below the provincial level.
District Structure
- Districts are further divided into smaller administrative units called tehsils.
- Tehsils are then further divided into union councils, which are the smallest units of local government.
Breakdown of Districts
| Region | Districts |
|---|---|
| Provinces & Capital Territory | (Numbers vary by province) |
| Azad Kashmir | Included in total count |
| Gilgit-Baltistan | Included in total count |
| Total | 166 |
Understanding this structure of districts, tehsils, and union councils is vital to comprehending Pakistan’s local governance system. The districts form a key component of administrative control and service delivery.
