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Larkana District

ضلعو لاڙڪاڻو
Larkana is in the northwest of Sindh
Larkana is in the northwest of Sindh
Country Pakistan
Province Sindh
Capital Larkana
Area
 • Total 7,423 km2 (2,866 sq mi)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 2,527,066
 • Density 259.6/km2 (672/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+5 (PST)
Number of Tehsils 04
Website www.larkana.gov.pk
Pakistan - Sindh - Larkana
Map showing Larkana District in Sindh, Pakistan

Larkana District (also spelled Larkano) is an important area in the Sindh province of Pakistan. It is located in the northwestern part of Sindh. A district is like a large county or region within a province. Larkana District is known for its rich history and culture.

Where is Larkana District?

Larkana District is found in the northwest of the Sindh province. Sindh is one of the four main provinces of Pakistan. The district covers a total area of about 7,423 square kilometers. That's a pretty big area!

What is the Capital City?

The main city and capital of Larkana District is Larkana city itself. This city is a busy place and an important center for the district.

People and Languages

In 2010, the population of Larkana District was more than 2.5 million people. That's a lot of people living and working together!

What Languages Do They Speak?

The main languages spoken by the people in Larkana District are Sindhi, Saraiki, and Balochi. Sindhi is the official language of the Sindh province.

How the District is Divided

Larkana District is divided into smaller parts called tehsils. These tehsils help manage the different areas within the district.

The Tehsils of Larkana

There are four tehsils in Larkana District:

Each tehsil has its own local administration to help with daily life and services for the people living there.

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