Jungle Bhera is a well-populated rural village situated in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the 2023 census published by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the village has a total population of 24,361, comprising 12,462 males and 11,899 females. Males constitute 51.2 percent of the population, while females account for 48.8 percent. This town covers an area of 1,975 acres, resulting in a high population density of about 12.34 persons per acre.
Remarkable Educational Achievement in Jungle Bhera
The literacy rate in Jungle Bhera is an impressive 71.2 percent for the population aged 10 years and above, which is 9.79 percentage points higher than the Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy stands at 75.8 percent, surpassing the district male average of 67.28 percent by 8.52 percentage points. Female literacy is 66.4 percent, which is 11.13 percentage points above the district female average of 55.27 percent. These figures highlight Jungle Bhera as one of the more educationally advanced villages in the district, with both men and women significantly outperforming district averages.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
The distribution of educational qualifications among residents is as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 3,501 males and 2,896 females
- Matric but below Degree: 1,739 males and 1,410 females
- Degree and above: 466 males and 481 females
These figures reflect not only a strong foundation in primary and secondary education but also a remarkable presence of degree-holders, with women slightly outnumbering men at the higher education level.
Religious and Age Composition
Out of the 24,361 residents, 23,504 are Muslims while 857 belong to other religions.
The number of residents aged 10 years and above is 18,032.
Adults aged 18 years and above total 13,366, representing the bulk of the working-age population.
There are 1,169 senior citizens aged 60 years and older, reflecting a sizeable elderly population segment.
Jungle Bhiarah stands out as one of the leading rural localities in Multan District in terms of literacy. With both male and female literacy rates well above district averages and a significant share of residents with higher education, the village showcases the positive impact of sustained educational development in rural Punjab.
Data Summary of Jungle Bhera
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,361 | – |
| Males | 12,462 (51.2%) | – |
| Females | 11,899 (48.8%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 71.2% | 9.79% above district |
| Male Literacy | 75.8% | 8.52% above district |
| Female Literacy | 66.4% | 11.13% above district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 13,366 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 1,169 | – |
| Area | 1,975 Acres | – |