Harseh Naushera 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 2,226 individuals, including 1,199 males and 1,027 females. Males constitute 53.9 percent, while females make up 46.1 percent of the population. The total land area of Harseh Naushera is 1,984 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.12 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000434.
Literacy Status in Harseh Naushera
The literacy rate of this village stands at 37.4 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls considerably below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 25.45 percentage points. Male literacy in Harseh Naushera stands at 39.5 percent, which is substantially lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 28.47 points.
Female literacy is 35.1 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 22.34 points. The data reveals severe educational challenges across both genders, with particularly acute deficits affecting both male and female populations. This substantial gap highlights the critical need for comprehensive educational interventions, infrastructure development, and community mobilization to dramatically improve learning opportunities and bring literacy rates closer to regional benchmarks.
Educational Attainment Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 178 males and 133 females
- Matric but below Degree: 58 males and 59 females
- Degree and above: 18 males and 8 females
These figures paint a challenging picture of educational access and retention in the community. The data shows 133 women completing primary education, 59 reaching matriculation, and 8 achieving degree-level qualifications. Interestingly, female matriculation numbers slightly exceed male figures, with 59 women versus 58 men at this level.
The relatively small number of female degree holders, 8 compared to 18 males, reflects barriers limiting women’s access to higher education in Harseh Naushera. However, the fact that female retention at the matric level nearly equals that of males suggests potential for improvement if support systems are strengthened.
Demographic Structure of Harseh Naushera
Out of the total population, there are 2,085 Muslims, while 141 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 1,553. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,169, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 139. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a moderate elderly population.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Harseh Naushera | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,226 | 0.05% of district |
| Males | 1,199 (53.9%) | 0.06% of district |
| Females | 1,027 (46.1%) | 0.05% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 37.4% | 25.45% below district |
| Male Literacy | 39.5% | 28.47% below district |
| Female Literacy | 35.1% | 22.34% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,169 | – |
| Area | 1,984 Acres (8.03 sq km) | 0.20% of district |