Health sector — Multan Division
Four districts — Multan, Khanewal, Vehari, and Lodhran — facility overview, major DHQ hospitals, and Punjab health budget context.
Facilities (division total)
Total1,000+Multan Division has a total of around 1,000+ health facilities (hospitals and primary/secondary units) across its 4 districts, serving a population of over 14 million.
Listed major categories sum to significant coverage; additional primary and auxiliary units (TB Clinics, Trauma Centres, etc.) bring the full total higher (per Punjab Health Statistics and Urban Unit reports).
This data is for the entire Multan Division (4 districts).
Facility breakdown by type and district
| Facility type | Division total | Multan | Khanewal | Lodhran | Vehari |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DHQ Hospitals | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| THQ Hospitals | ~13–15 | ~4–5 | 3–4 | 2–3 | 3–4 |
| RHCs (Rural Health Centers) | 40 | 13 | 9 | 4 | 14 |
| BHUs (Basic Health Units) | 290 | 87 | 81 | 48 | 74 |
| Govt. Rural Dispensaries | 102 | 32 | 14 | 16 | 40 |
| MCH Centres | 29 | 19 | 4 | 1 | 5 |
| Others (TB Clinics, Trauma etc.) | — | — | — | — | — |
Major categories sum to core facilities; additional small units and private partnerships increase overall access. Data drawn from Punjab Health Statistics, Urban Unit Multan Regional Plan, and PSHD reports.
Facility Types — Division Counts
BHUs by District
Vehari has the highest BHU count in the division.
RHCs by District
District Headquarters Hospital (DHQ) Multan (Shahbaz Sharif DHQ Hospital)
Tertiary-level referral hospital in Multan City serving the division and surrounding areas with high patient load. It resulted from the merger of Civil Hospital, Fatima Jinnah Women Hospital, and other facilities.
Key information
- Bed strength: ~180–200+ (operational beds vary; expanded post-merger)
- Major specialties and departments: 15+ including General Medicine, Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics, Pediatrics, Cardiology, Orthopedics, ENT, Ophthalmology, Dialysis, Emergency/Trauma
- Support services: Laboratory, Radiology, Pharmacy, Blood Bank, Operation Theatres, Pediatric Nursery
Key stats: High daily OPD and emergency load; serves as a major secondary/tertiary hub in South Punjab with ongoing revamping and specialist services.
Chaudhry Pervaiz Elahi Institute of Cardiology (CPEIC) Multan
Specialized cardiac facility serving Multan Division and South Punjab.
Core cardiac services
- Emergency Department (24/7)
- OPD, Non-Invasive Cardiology, Cath Lab
- Cardiac Operation Theatres and CCU/ICU
- Pathology, Blood Bank, Radiology (including advanced imaging)
Support infrastructure
- Expanded bed capacity (up to 500+ beds in phases)
- Dedicated cardiac wards, recovery units, and support services
- Functions as a key referral centre for cardiac care in the region
Punjab health budget (context)
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Punjab health sector (total) | Rs. 630.5B |
| Development (ADP) | Rs. 181–182B |
| Non-development (Non-ADP) | Rs. ~450B |
| District-level hospitals (allocation band) | Rs. 50–70B+ |
The division receives its proportional share from these provincial envelopes for facility upgrades, revamping, and service delivery.
DHQ Hospital Khanewal
Main secondary care facility for Khanewal District.
- Bed strength: ~100–200+ (post-revamping/upgradation)
- Location: Khanewal City
- Role: Primary referral hospital with general specialties (Medicine, Surgery, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Emergency)
- Ongoing upgrades under IDAP/revamping programs for better infrastructure and services
DHQ Hospital Vehari
Main secondary care facility for Vehari District.
- Bed strength: Upgraded to ~300 beds
- Established/expanded with revamping schemes
- Major wards: Emergency, Medicine, Surgical, Gynecology, Pediatrics, Trauma
- Serves rural agricultural population with focus on common regional health issues
DHQ Hospital Lodhran
Main secondary care facility for Lodhran District.
- Bed strength: ~180 beds
- Location: Lodhran City
- Major facilities: Emergency (24/7), general wards, basic specialties, and diagnostic support
- Under revamping for improved service delivery in this cotton-growing district
Note: Multan Division benefits from both Primary & Secondary Healthcare Department facilities and Specialized Healthcare units (e.g., Nishtar Medical Complex in Multan for teaching/tertiary care). Data is compiled from official sources including Punjab Health Statistics 2024, Urban Unit reports, PSHD South Punjab, and government portals (figures are approximate/latest reported and may vary slightly with ongoing revamping). High patient loads and specialist shortages remain common challenges across DHQs.