Dev Kharah (also spelled as Deo Khara) is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 5,292 individuals, including 2,598 males and 2,694 females. Males constitute 49.1 percent, while females make up 50.9 percent of the population. The total land area of Dev Kharah is 917 acres, giving it a population density of about 5.77 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000281.
Literacy Status in Dev Kharah
The literacy rate of this village stands at 49.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls significantly below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 13.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Dev Kharah stands at 54.0 percent, which is substantially lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 13.97 points.
Female literacy is 44.1 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 13.34 points. The data reveals considerable educational challenges across both genders, with literacy rates falling well short of district benchmarks by similar margins. This consistent deficit across male and female populations underscores the need for comprehensive educational interventions and infrastructure improvements to uplift learning opportunities for all residents.
Educational Attainment Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 566 males and 486 females
- Matric but below Degree: 226 males and 164 females
- Degree and above: 48 males and 36 females
These figures illustrate the educational participation patterns in the community. The data shows 486 women completing primary education, 164 reaching matriculation, and 36 achieving degree-level qualifications. The decline from 486 at primary level to 164 at matric indicates substantial dropout challenges during the transition to secondary education.
The presence of 36 female degree holders, compared to 48 males, reflects reasonably balanced gender representation at the tertiary level considering the overall retention challenges. This suggests that women in Dev Kharah who persist through the education system receive adequate support to complete their higher education. Strengthening retention mechanisms, particularly during the critical middle school years, could help more girls continue their academic journey and ultimately improve female educational outcomes across all levels.
Demographic Composition of Dev Kharah
Out of the total population, there are 5,281 Muslims, while 11 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,687. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,782, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 330. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a moderate elderly population.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,292 | 0.13% of district |
| Males | 2,598 (49.1%) | 0.12% of district |
| Females | 2,694 (50.9%) | 0.13% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 49.0% | 13.85% below district |
| Male Literacy | 54.0% | 13.97% below district |
| Female Literacy | 44.1% | 13.34% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,782 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 330 | – |
| Area | 917 Acres (3.71 sq km) | 0.09% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 5.77 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |