Shujat Pur Shumali is a rural locality situated in Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, the village has a total population of 1,924 individuals. Of these, 960 are males (49.9%) and 964 are females (50.1%). The gender distribution shows a near balance, though females slightly outnumber males.
Educational Profile
The literacy rate of Shujat Pur Shumali stands at 42.9 percent, which is considerably lower than Multan District’s overall literacy rate of 61.41 percent. The male literacy rate is 53.5 percent, while the female literacy rate is only 32.3 percent, revealing a stark gender gap of over 21 percentage points.
Educational Attainment
- Primary but below matric: 211 males, 121 females
- Matric but below degree: 47 males, 22 females
- Degree and above: 15 males, 13 females
This breakdown indicates that while a fair number of residents have achieved primary education, progression to higher education remains limited, particularly for females.
Religious and Age Composition
The census shows that 1,917 residents are Muslims, while 7 individuals belong to other religions, indicating a small religious minority within the village. The demographic profile reflects a predominantly young and working-age population, with a small but significant elderly community.
In terms of age distribution:
- Population aged 10 years and above: 1,337 persons
- Population aged 18 years and above: 977 persons
- Senior citizens (60 years and above): 137 persons
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,924 | 0.04% of district |
| Males | 960 (49.9%) | – |
| Females | 964 (50.1%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 42.9% | 18.51% below district |
| Male Literacy | 53.5% | 13.78% below district |
| Female Literacy | 32.3% | 22.97% below district |
| Religion | 1,917 Muslims, 7 others | – |
| Age 10+ | 1,337 | – |
| Age 18+ | 977 | – |
| Age 60+ | 137 | – |