Jalilpur is a small rural settlement located in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the 2023 census carried out by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the total population of Jalilpur is 3,410, comprising 1,746 males and 1,664 females. Males make up 51.2 percent of the population, while females account for 48.8 percent. The village spans 302 acres, which results in a relatively high population density of 11.29 persons per acre.
Remarkable Educational Achievement in Jalilpur
The literacy rate in Jalilpur is 63.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above, which is 1.59 percentage points higher than the Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy stands at an impressive 75.6 percent, surpassing the district male average of 67.28 percent by 8.32 percentage points. Female literacy is recorded at 49.6 percent, which is 5.67 percentage points below the district female average of 55.27 percent.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
The educational qualifications of Jalilpur’s residents are as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 519 males and 315 females
- Matric but below Degree: 249 males and 134 females
- Degree and above: 84 males and 48 females
Religious and Age Composition
Out of the total 3,410 residents, 3,397 are Muslims and 13 belong to other religions.
The population aged 10 years and above is 2,467.
Adults aged 18 years and above number 1,864.
Senior citizens aged 60 years and above total 151, representing a modest elderly group.
Jalilpur is a compact rural community that demonstrates commendable literacy progress, particularly among males, who significantly outperform district averages. However, the gap in female education highlights an area where additional efforts and resources could further strengthen the educational profile of the village.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,410 | – |
| Males | 1,746 (51.2%) | – |
| Females | 1,664 (48.8%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 63.0% | 1.59% above district |
| Male Literacy | 75.6% | 8.32% above district |
| Female Literacy | 49.6% | 5.67% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,864 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 151 | – |
| Area | 302 Acres | – |