Pakistan has a population of approximately 240 million with a high growth rate of 2.4% annually. This rapid population growth strains resources and infrastructure, with limited access to clean water, food, healthcare, education, and employment. It also leads to environmental degradation from increased pollution and loss of biodiversity. To address these challenges, effective policies are needed to promote family planning, education, skills training, employment, sustainable urban planning, and environmental conservation.

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 ANWAR ALI MALIK,
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3. Consequences of
Population Growth in
Pakistan (2023)
physiological changes in pregnancy

4. Introduction
• Growth is a crucial issue that affects
various aspects of a country's
development.
• Today, we will explore the
consequences of population growth
in Pakistan and its implications.

5. Current Population Statistics
Pakistan’s current population:
approximately 240 million (24 crores.
High population growth rate: 2.4%
annually.
One of the most populous countries
in the world.
Rapid population growth poses
significant challenges.

6. : Age Structure:
Pakistan has a predominantly young
population, with a high percentage of
individuals under the age of 30.
The age structure plays a crucial role
in determining the country's social
and economic dynamics.

7. Urbanization:
 Pakistan has been experiencing rapid
urbanization, with a significant
proportion of the population residing in
urban areas.
Major cities, such as Karachi, Lahore,
and Islamabad, have witnessed
substantial growth in their populations.

8. Fertility Rate:
Pakistan has a relatively high fertility
rate, indicating the average number of
children born to women during their
reproductive years.
In 2021, the fertility rate was around
3.6 children per woman.

9. Life Expectancy:
The life expectancy in Pakistan has
been increasing gradually.
As of 2021, the average life
expectancy was around 68 years for
males and 72 years for females.
 However, there may have been
changes in these figures since then.

15. Strain on Resources
Rapid population growth strains the
availability of resources.
Limited access to clean water, food, and
healthcare services.
Increased demand for energy and
transportation infrastructure.
Struggle to provide adequate education and
employment opportunities.

16. Overburdened Infrastructure
Population growth puts immense
pressure on infrastructure.
Overcrowded cities lead to
inadequate housing and increased
slums
Insufficient public transportation
systems and traffic congestion
Strain on public services like sewage,
waste management, and healthcare
facilities.

17. Economic Implication
Population growth affects the economy in
various ways.
Unemployment rises due to the inability to
create enough jobs.
Increased dependency ratio and pressure on
the working-age population.
Economic inequality widens, as resources are
distributed uneven.
Impact on GDP growth and development
opportunities.

18. Environmental Impact
Population growth contributes to
environmental degradation.
Increased pollution from industrial
activities and transportation.
Deforestation and loss of biodiversity
due to expanding urban areas.
Pressure on natural resources, leading
to water scarcity and land
degradation.

19. Social Challenges
Population growth poses social
challenges as well.
Struggles to provide quality education to
all children.
Pressure on healthcare services,
affecting maternal and child health. .
Social inequality and the potential for
social unrest.
Difficulty in ensuring social welfare and
security for all citizens.

20. Policy Implications
Addressing population growth requires
effective policies.
Promoting family planning and
reproductive health services.
Investment in education, skills
training, and employment generation.
Sustainable urban planning and
infrastructure development.
Environmental conservation and
natural resource management.

21. Conclusion
Population growth in Pakistan has
significant consequences.
Strain on resources, overburdened
infrastructure, economic implications,
environmental impact, and social
challenges.
Policy interventions are crucial to
mitigate these consequences and ensure
sustainable development.

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