Urdu Speaking Countries (2026)
Urdu is spoken in 1 countries across 1 region (Asia). The combined population of all Urdu-speaking countries is approximately 241 million people, covering a total land area of 796,095 km².
Pakistan is the largest Urdu-speaking country by population, home to 100.0% of the total Urdu-speaking population. It is also the largest by land area at 796,095 km².
The average population density across all Urdu-speaking countries is 303 people per km². These countries use 1 different currency, including Pakistani rupee.
Countries
1
Total Population
241M
Most Populous
Pakistan
Largest by Area
Pakistan
Population Share by Country
Proportion of total Urdu-speaking population per country
Pakistan100.0% · 241,499,431All Urdu-Speaking Countries
| # | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pakistan | 241,499,431 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries speak Urdu?
Urdu is an official or recognized language in 1 countries across 1 region (Asia).
What is the most populous Urdu-speaking country?
Pakistan is the most populous Urdu-speaking country with a population of 241,499,431, accounting for 100.0% of all Urdu-speaking people.
What is the total population of Urdu-speaking countries?
The combined population of all 1 Urdu-speaking countries is approximately 241 million, covering a total land area of 796,095 km².
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Urdu-speaking countries span 1 region. Explore each region for more population data.