Karmun Wali Sharqi is located in Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala, Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census recorded 4,778 residents – 2,462 males and 2,316 females. Males constitute 51.5 percent of the population. With 6,226 acres of land, Karmun Wali Sharqi has a remarkably low population density of 0.77 persons per acre, indicating abundant land resources per resident. This village represents 0.09 percent of Multan District’s population of 5,362,305.
Educational Status of Karmun Wali Sharqi
The literacy rate is 19.6 percent for those aged 10 years and above, showing severe educational challenges when compared to Multan District’s 61.41 percent literacy. Males show 24.3 percent literacy while females have 14.6 percent, revealing gender inequality in education access. The male literacy gap with district average is 42.98 percentage points. Primary but below matric was achieved by 246 males and 124 females. Matric but below degree includes 62 males and 24 females. Higher education shows 16 males and 10 females with degrees, indicating very limited educational facilities in Karmun Wali Sharqi.
Community Structure
Religious data shows 4,773 Muslims and 5 people of other faiths in Karmun Wali Sharqi. The village has 3,299 residents aged 10 years and above, eligible for literacy assessment. Adults aged 18 years and above number 2,389, representing the workforce. Senior citizens aged 60 years and above count 259 individuals.
Agricultural Potential
The extensive land area provides excellent opportunities for agricultural expansion. With less than one person per acre, the village has exceptional potential for large-scale farming. However, low literacy hampers modern agricultural adoption. Educational development alongside agricultural modernization is needed to utilize vast land resources effectively.