Rakh Chunian 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 971 individuals, including 483 males and 488 females. Males constitute 49.7 percent, while females make up 50.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Rakh Chunian is 1,852 acres, giving it a population density of about 0.52 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000235.
Learning Indicators in Rakh Chunian
The literacy rate of this village stands at 46.7 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 16.15 percentage points. Male literacy in Rakh Chunian stands at 69.1 percent, which is notably higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 1.13 points.
Female literacy is 23.1 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by a substantial 34.34 points. The data reveals a striking contrast between male and female literacy rates, with male literacy actually exceeding district standards while female literacy shows an extremely severe deficit. This dramatic gender disparity indicates urgent need for targeted interventions focusing specifically on girls’ education to bridge this substantial gap.
Academic Credentials Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 83 males and 45 females
- Matric but below Degree: 46 males and 11 females
- Degree and above: 7 males and 7 females
These statistics present an interesting educational landscape in the community. The data shows just 45 women completing primary education, 11 reaching matriculation, and 7 achieving degree-level qualifications. The sharp decline from 45 at primary level to only 11 at matric reveals severe retention challenges during the transition to secondary education.
Remarkably, despite the extremely low numbers at primary and matric levels, female degree holders equal their male counterparts, with 7 women and 7 men at the highest educational tier. This unusual pattern suggests that the few women in Rakh Chunian who manage to persist through the education system demonstrate extraordinary determination and receive adequate support to complete their higher education. However, the extremely small pipeline of female students highlights the critical need for interventions at the foundational levels to enable more girls to access and continue their education.
Demographic Structure of Rakh Chunian
Out of the total population, all 971 individuals are Muslims. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 664. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 487, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 46. This reflects a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a small elderly population.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 971 | 0.02% of district |
| Males | 483 (49.7%) | 0.02% of district |
| Females | 488 (50.3%) | 0.02% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 46.7% | 16.15% below district |
| Male Literacy | 69.1% | 1.13% above district |
| Female Literacy | 23.1% | 34.34% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 487 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 46 | – |
| Area | 1,852 Acres (7.50 sq km) | 0.19% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 0.52 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |