Wan Khara is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this rural settlement has a total population of 21,062 individuals, including 10,791 males and 10,271 females. Males constitute 51.2 percent, while females make up 48.8 percent of the population. The total land area of Wan Khara is 3,567 acres, giving it a population density of about 5.91 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000114.
Literacy Rate in Wan Khara
The literacy rate of this village stands at 59.9 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 2.95 percentage points. Male literacy in Wan Khara stands at 67.3 percent, which is marginally lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 0.67 points.
Female literacy is 52.1 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 5.34 points. The data reveals modest educational deficits across both genders, with female literacy showing a more noticeable gap. This pattern suggests that targeted interventions focusing particularly on girls’ education could help narrow the disparity and bring overall literacy rates up to regional benchmarks.
Academic Credentials Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 2,714 males and 2,018 females
- Matric but below Degree: 1,571 males and 1,020 females
- Degree and above: 478 males and 339 females
These numbers demonstrate solid educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 2,018 women completing primary education, 1,020 reaching matriculation, and 339 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 2,018 at primary to 1,020 at matric shows reasonable retention during the secondary school years.
The presence of 339 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Wan Khara. The gender ratio at degree level, with 339 females compared to 478 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier. This proportionate balance indicates that women who pursue higher education receive adequate support and face manageable barriers, resulting in decent female representation among university graduates despite the challenges encountered at earlier educational stages.
Population Profile of Wan Khara
Out of the total population, there are 20,660 Muslims, while 402 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 15,726. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 11,485, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 1,206. This reflects a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Summary Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,062 | 0.52% of district |
| Males | 10,791 (51.2%) | 0.52% of district |
| Females | 10,271 (48.8%) | 0.51% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 59.9% | 2.95% below district |
| Male Literacy | 67.3% | 0.67% below district |
| Female Literacy | 52.1% | 5.34% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 11,485 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 1,206 | – |
| Area | 3,567 Acres (14.43 sq km) | 0.36% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 5.91 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |