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==Demography==
District Tando Muhammad Khan exhibits a diverse and vibrant demographic profile. According to the latest census data, the district is home to approximately 726,119 residents. The population is predominantly rural, with agriculture serving as the mainstay of local livelihoods. The district is characterised by a youthful demographic, with a significant proportion of the population under the age of 30. Sindhi is the primary language spoken, reflecting the cultural heritage of the region, though other languages, including Urdu and Punjabi, are also prevalent. The area is known for its rich cultural traditions and social cohesion, underpinned by a mix of ethnic groups and communities. The district's demographic trends are influenced by factors such as migration, economic opportunities, and social development initiatives. <ref>{{citeCite web |url= https://www.pbs.gov.pk/census-2017-district-wise|title=DistrictPakistan Wise Results / Tables (Census - 2017)|author= |date= |work=www.ndma.gov.pk |publisher=Pakistan Bureau of Statistics |accessdate=June 24, 2024}}</ref> <ref>{{cite web2023 |url= https://www.pbs.gov.pk/sites/default/files/population/2023/Sindhtables/sindh/dcr/table_1.pdf |title=TABLE 1 : HOUSEHOLDS, POPULATION, HOUSEHOLD SIZE AND ANNUAL GROWTH RATE= |date= |work=www.ndma.gov.pk |publisher=Pakistan Bureau of Statistics |accessdate=June 24, 2024}}</ref>
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|caption = Population proportions (2023)<ref name="2023 census">{{cite web|title=District Wise Results / Tables (Census - 2023)|url= https://www.pbs.gov.pk/sites/default/files/population/2023/tables/sindh/dcr/table_1.pdf |website=www.pbscensus.gov.pk|publisher=[[Pakistan Bureau of Statistics]]}}</ref>
|caption = Population proportions (2017)
|label1 = Rural |value1 = 7977.67 |color1 = Green
|label2 = Urban |value2 = 2122.33 |color2 = Red
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|caption = Population by sex (2023)<ref name="2023 census">{{cite web|title=District Wise Results / Tables (Census - 2023)|url= https://www.pbs.gov.pk/sites/default/files/population/2023/tables/sindh/dcr/table_1.pdf |website=www.pbscensus.gov.pk|publisher=[[Pakistan Bureau of Statistics]]}}</ref>
|caption = Population by sex (2017)
|label1 = Male |value1 = 5251.88 |color1 = Blue
|label2 = Female |value2 = 48.12 |color2 = Redmagenta
}}
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|caption = Population by mother tongue (2023)<ref name="2023 census">{{cite web|title=District Wise Results / Tables (Census - 2023)|url= https://www.pbs.gov.pk/sites/default/files/population/2023/tables/sindh/dcr/table_11.pdf |website=www.pbscensus.gov.pk|publisher=[[Pakistan Bureau of Statistics]]}}</ref>
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|label1 = [[Sindhi language|Sindhi]] |value1 = 9493.54 |color1 = gold ▼|caption = Level of educational attainment (2017)
|label1label2 = Below primary[[Hindko]] |value1value2 = 202.01 |color1color2 = Bluewheat
|label2label3 = Primary[[Urdu]] |value2value3 = 371.4 |color2color3 = Greencrimson
|label3label4 = MiddleOthers |value3value4 = 123.07 |color3color4 = Magentagrey
|label4 = Matric |value4 = 13 |color4 = Navy
|label5 = Intermediate |value5 = 9 |color5 = Orange
|label6 = Graduate |value6 = 6 |color6 = Pink
|label7 = Masters & above |value7 = 2 |color7 = Purple
|label8 = Other |value8 = 1 |color8 = Red
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|caption = Population by mother tongue (2017)
▲|label1 = [[Sindhi language|Sindhi]] |value1 = 94 |color1 = gold
|label2 = [[Urdu]] |value2 = 2 |color2 = crimson
|label3 = [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]] |value3 = 1 |color3 = saddlebrown
|label4 = Other |value4 = 3 |color4 = skyblue
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|caption = Population by religion (2023)<ref name="2023 census">{{cite web|title=District Wise Results / Tables (Census - 2023)|url= https://www.pbs.gov.pk/sites/default/files/population/2023/tables/sindh/dcr/table_9.pdf |website=www.pbscensus.gov.pk|publisher=[[Pakistan Bureau of Statistics]]}}</ref>
|caption = Population by religion (2017)
|label1 = [[MuslimsIslam in Pakistan|MuslimIslam]] |value1 = 7775.56 |color1 = Green
|label2 = [[HindusHinduism in Sindh|HinduHinduism]] |value2 = 2223.98 |color2 = RedDarkorange
|label3 = Other |value3 = 10.46 |color3 = Whitegrey
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'''Key demographic statistics'''
*Area (square kilometres): 1,423
*Households: 143,956
*Population 2023: 726,119
*Average household size: 5.04
*Population 2017: 677,098 [rural: 535,061 (79%), urban: 142,037 (21%), male: 349,122 (52%), female: 327,888 (48%), transgender: 88 (0%), sex ratio: 106.48]
*Growth rate: 1.18
*Population density per square kilometre: 475.82
'''Literacy'''<br>
As per the 2017 census, the literacy rate in the district Tando Muhammad Khan for individuals aged 10 years and above is 21.39%, with a total literate population of 144,861. The literacy rate exhibits a significant disparity between rural and urban areas. In rural regions, the literacy rate is 17.35%, encompassing 92,853 literate individuals, whereas urban areas have a higher literacy rate of 36.62%, accounting for 52,008 literate individuals.
The literacy rate also varies notably by gender. Among males, the literacy rate is 27.61%, with 96,390 literate men. In contrast, the literacy rate for females is considerably lower at 14.78%, with 48,455 literate women. The transgender community, though a small demographic, has a literacy rate of 18.18%, with 16 literate individuals.
Education levels among the literate population vary.
Key literacy statistics:<br>
*Overall literate population: 144,861 (21.39%)
*Overall literate population - rural: 92,853 (17.35%)
*Overall literate population - urban: 52,008 (36.62%)
*Male: 96,390 (27.61%)
*Female: 48,455 (14.78%)
*Transgender: 16 (18.18%)
*Below primary: 28,991
*Primary: 54,133
*Middle: 18,045
*Matric: 19,359
*Intermediate: 12,928
*Graduate: 8,123
*Masters & above: 2,487
*Diploma/certificate: 215
*Other: 580
'''Languages'''<br>
The predominant language spoken in the district Tando Muhammad Khan is [[Sindhi language|Sindhi]]. According to the 2017 census, other languages spoken include [[Urdu]], [[Punjabi language|Punjabi]], [[Hindko]], [[Saraiki language|Saraiki]], [[Pashto]], [[Brahui language|Brahui]], [[Balochi language|Balochi]] and [[Kashmiri language|Kashmiri]].
'''Religion'''<br>
The district Tando Muhammad Khan is characterised by a diverse religious composition.
Key statistics (2017):
*Muslim: 524,945
*Hindu: 148,234
*Scheduled castes: 2,419
*Christian: 1,372
*Other: 73
*Qadiani/Ahmadi: 55
== Health ==
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