The village Kehar Wah is located in Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, the population stands at 5,027 residents, comprising 2,554 males and 2,473 females. Males constitute approximately 50.8 percent while females make up 49.2 percent of the population, demonstrating a well-balanced gender distribution.
Educational Status
The literacy rate in Kehar Wah stands at 30.6 percent for the population aged 10 years and above, indicating significant educational challenges. Male literacy is 43.5 percent while female literacy remains low at 17.2 percent. Educational attainment reveals that 455 males and 150 females have completed primary but below matric education. At the matric but below degree level, 84 males and 19 females have achieved this qualification. Higher education is limited, with 36 males and 6 females possessing degrees or above.
Community Demographics of Kehar Wah
The religious composition shows that 5,016 residents follow Islam while 11 individuals practice other faiths. The age structure reveals 3,449 individuals aged 10 years and above, representing the literate-eligible population. The adult population of 18 years and above comprises 2,514 persons. The senior citizen population aged 60 years and above includes 266 individuals.
Geographic Base
Kehar Wah spreads over 1,828 acres, providing substantial land for agricultural activities. This land area supports farming operations that sustain the rural economy. The available land enables traditional agricultural practices while offering potential for development and modernization.