Mochi Panuhan is located in Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala, Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census recorded 10,008 residents – 4,929 males and 5,079 females. It is one of the largest villages of the area. Females form the majority at 50.7 percent of the population. With 3,704 acres of land, Mochi Panuhan has a population density of 2.70 persons per acre, indicating moderate population distribution. The village comprises 0.19 percent of Multan District’s 5,362,305 population.
Educational Development
The literacy rate stands at 35.7 percent for those aged 10 years and above, falling 25.71 percentage points short of Multan District’s 61.41 percent. Males achieve 47.8 percent literacy while females reach 24.2 percent, revealing educational inequality. The male literacy is 19.48 percentage points below district’s 67.28 percent. Primary but below matric education was completed by 940 males and 497 females. Matric but below degree includes 267 males and 81 females. Higher education shows 130 males and 44 females with degrees, reflecting moderate educational infrastructure.
Social Structure of Mochi Panuhan
Religious composition shows 9,985 Muslims and 23 individuals of other faiths. The village has 7,100 residents aged 10 years and above, eligible for literacy assessment. Adults aged 18 years and above number 5,292, representing the productive workforce. Senior citizens aged 60 years and above total 562 individuals.
Economic Base
The 3,704 acres provide adequate land for agricultural activities. The moderate population density allows sustainable agricultural practices. However, the gender gap in education needs addressing for balanced development. Mochi Panuhan’s size makes it an important rural center requiring continued infrastructure development.