Census in Pakistan

The first Pakistan Census after the proclamation of independence of Pakistan was conducted in 1951. It was decreed that censuses have to be carried out once in 10 years. The second census was conducted in 1961. However the third one was conducted in 1972 because of the war with India. The fourth census was held in 1981.

The most recent, fifth census was conducted delayed in March 1998.

Historically, the first census within the territory of Pakistan was conducted in 1881.