Table 1

Estimates of key populations derived from mapping of 20 cities in Pakistan, 2011–2012

Key population typeAverage (n)%
Female sex workers (FSWs)89178 (78778–99592)
 Brothel based12681
 Home based41313(3.5/NWO)46
 Street based18275(4.6 per spot)21
Kothi khana based20926 (1.7/NWO)24
 Cell phone based47145
 Other26823
People who inject drugs46351 (39793–52896)
Hijra sex workers23317 (20050–26634)
Dera based1643370.5
 Home based688429.5
Male sex workers19119 (16010–22220)
  • NWO, Net Work Operators.