CHAK NO 066/M is a small rural locality situated in Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. Based on the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census data, this village has a population of 651 people, with 317 males and 334 females. The female population slightly exceeds the male population, representing about 51 percent of the total inhabitants, which is an interesting demographic feature of this settlement.
Literacy and Education Achievements of Chak No 066/M
The village demonstrates a relatively better literacy rate of 56.0 percent among its population aged 10 years and above. Male literacy stands at 66.0 percent while female literacy is recorded at 46.1 percent. Although a gender gap exists, the female literacy rate here is notably higher than in many neighboring villages, suggesting better educational opportunities for women. The educational attainment data of Chak No 066/M shows that 90 males and 67 females have completed primary education but not matric. At the matric but below degree level, 31 males and 18 females have achieved this qualification. In higher education, 5 males and 6 females possess degrees or above, with female degree holders slightly outnumbering males, which is remarkable for a rural area.
Community Characteristics
The religious composition shows that all 651 residents practice Islam. The age structure indicates that 507 people Chak No 066/M are aged 10 years and above, while 351 individuals are 18 years and above. The senior citizen population of 60 years and above consists of 31 persons. The village encompasses an area of 883 acres, which forms the basis for agricultural and residential activities of this rural community.