Divisions of Punjab, Pakistan

The divisions of Punjab (Urdu: پنجاب کےڈویژن), are the first-order administrative bodies of the Punjab Province of Pakistan. In total, there are 11 divisions, which are further divided into districts ranging from three to six per division, depending upon area. Divisions are governed by Commissioners while districts are governed by Deputy Commissioners.

Divisions of Punjab
Map of Divisions of Punjab, Pakistan
CategoryFirst-level administrative division
LocationPakistan
Found inPunjab
Number11 (as of January 2023)
PopulationsGreatest: Lahore —19,581,281 (2017 census)
Least: Sahiwal —7,380,386 (2017 census)
AreasLargest: Bahawalpur — 45,588 km2 (17,602 sq mi)
Smallest: Gujrat —8,231 km2 (3,178 sq mi)
Government
  • Division Administration
Subdivisions
  • Districts
  • Tehsils
  • Union councils
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