Number of deaths in Pakistan today so far:
131
A person dies approximately every 19.22 seconds
Number of deaths per year: 1,640,577
Number of deaths per day: 4,495
Number of deaths per hour: 187
Source: United Nations World Population Prospects 2024
Methodology: The figures shown on this page are based on projections from the 2024 revision of World Population Prospects. Deaths are distributed evenly across the year to produce per-day and per-second estimates. Actual daily counts may vary due to seasonal factors, disease outbreaks, or natural disasters.
The table below shows the top 10 causes of death in Pakistan according to 2021 data from the World Health Organization.
| Rank | Cause | Annual Deaths |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ischaemic heart disease | 226,770 |
| 2 | COVID-19 | 137,042 |
| 3 | Stroke | 119,830 |
| 4 | Preterm birth complications | 100,859 |
| 5 | Birth asphyxia and birth trauma | 91,412 |
| 6 | Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | 72,818 |
| 7 | Lower respiratory infections | 68,345 |
| 8 | Diarrhoeal diseases | 58,948 |
| 9 | Diabetes mellitus | 57,666 |
| 10 | Tuberculosis | 56,008 |
Source: WHO Global Health Estimates 2021
What is the leading cause of death in Pakistan?
The leading cause of death in Pakistan is Ischaemic heart disease, approximately 226,770 deaths per year.
What are the top causes of death in Pakistan?
The top three causes of death in Pakistan are Ischaemic heart disease, COVID-19, and Stroke.
How many people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Pakistan each year?
Approximately 226,770 people die from Ischaemic heart disease in Pakistan each year, making it the country's leading cause of mortality.