Chunian Hithar 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 4,578 individuals, including 2,365 males and 2,213 females. Males constitute 51.7 percent, while females make up 48.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Chunian Hithar is 5,297 acres, giving it a population density of about 0.86 persons per acre. The Hadbast of this village is 0000234.
Educational Performance in Chunian Hithar
The literacy rate of this village stands at 58.8 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 4.05 percentage points. Male literacy in Chunian Hithar stands at 65.5 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 2.47 points.
Female literacy is 51.4 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 6.04 points. The figures reveal 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 Qualification Data
- Primary but below Matric: 606 males and 454 females
- Matric but below Degree: 286 males and 202 females
- Degree and above: 87 males and 65 females
These statistics demonstrate reasonable educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 454 women completing primary education, 202 reaching matriculation, and 65 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 454 at primary to 202 at matric shows expected attrition during the secondary school years.
The presence of 65 female degree holders represents meaningful achievement in Chunian Hithar. The gender ratio at degree level, with 65 females compared to 87 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 Composition of Chunian Hithar
Out of the total population, there are 4,541 Muslims, while 37 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,194. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,369, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 273. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a moderate elderly population.
Summary Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,578 | 0.11% of district |
| Males | 2,365 (51.7%) | 0.11% of district |
| Females | 2,213 (48.3%) | 0.11% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 58.8% | 4.05% below district |
| Male Literacy | 65.5% | 2.47% below district |
| Female Literacy | 51.4% | 6.04% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,369 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 273 | – |
| Area | 5,297 Acres (21.44 sq km) | 0.54% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 0.86 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |