Pir Mahmood Habiba Sial is a moderate sized village located in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, the total population of the village is 5,027, comprising 2,638 males and 2,389 females. Males make up 52.5 percent of the population while females account for 47.5 percent. The settlement spans across 995 acres, giving it a population density of 5.05 persons per acre, moderately high for a rural area of this size.
Literacy Rate in Pir Mahmood Habiba Sial
The literacy rate in Pir Mahmood Habiba Sial stands at 51.6 percent for individuals aged 10 years and above, which is 9.81 percentage points lower than the Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy is 55.8 percent, trailing the district male average of 67.28 percent by 11.48 percentage points. Female literacy is recorded at 46.9 percent, which is 8.37 percentage points below the district female average of 55.27 percent. These figures indicate that while education is making inroads, the village still lags behind the broader district trends, especially in female literacy.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
Educational qualifications among the residents are as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 460 males and 337 females
- Matric but below Degree: 280 males and 175 females
- Degree and above: 68 males and 55 females
Religious and Age Composition
Among the 5,027 residents of Pir Mehmood Habiba Sial, 4,997 identify as Muslim, while 30 belong to other faiths.
The village has a 10+ age population of 3,780 individuals.
Adults aged 18 years and above number 2,859, forming the key segment of the workforce.
Senior citizens aged 60 years and above total 228, reflecting a modest elderly population.
Pir Mahmood Habiba Sial is a village where educational progress has room for growth. While over half the population above age 10 is literate, the community still trails behind district averages in both male and female literacy. Continued investments in education infrastructure, particularly for girls and young women, could significantly uplift the academic profile of this locality.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,027 | – |
| Males | 2,638 (52.5%) | – |
| Females | 2,389 (47.5%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 51.6% | 9.81% below district |
| Male Literacy | 55.8% | 11.48% below district |
| Female Literacy | 46.9% | 8.37% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,859 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 228 | – |
| Area | 995 Acres | – |