Gandhi Rup Singh 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 2,003 individuals, including 1,013 males and 990 females. Males constitute 50.6 percent, while females make up 49.4 percent of the population. The total land area of Gandhi Rup Singh is 1,377 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.45 persons per acre. The Hadbast and Deh number of this village is 459.
Educational Performance in Gandhi Rup Singh
The literacy rate of this village stands at 55.3 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 7.55 percentage points. Male literacy in Gandhi Rup Singh stands at 62.1 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 5.87 points.
Female literacy is 48.3 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 9.14 points. The figures reveal educational performance that lags behind district benchmarks in both gender categories, with female literacy facing more substantial challenges. This pattern suggests that educational interventions are needed across the community, with particular emphasis on girls’ education to help achieve parity with regional standards and narrow the gender literacy gap.
Educational Qualification Summary
- Primary but below Matric: 266 males and 218 females
- Matric but below Degree: 103 males and 53 females
- Degree and above: 22 males and 14 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 218 women completing primary education, 53 reaching matriculation, and 14 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 218 at primary to 53 at matric shows significant attrition during the secondary school years, with only approximately 24 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 14 female degree holders represents meaningful achievement in Gandhi Roop Singh. The gender ratio at degree level, with 14 females compared to 22 males, shows moderate representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 64 percent of male levels. This gap reflects the cumulative impact of dropout at earlier educational stages.
Demographic Features of Gandhi Rup Singh
Out of the total population, there are 1,999 Muslims, while 4 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 1,404. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,026, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 127. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,003 | 0.07% of district |
| Males | 1,013 (50.6%) | 0.07% of district |
| Females | 990 (49.4%) | 0.07% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 55.3% | 7.55% below district |
| Male Literacy | 62.1% | 5.87% below district |
| Female Literacy | 48.3% | 9.14% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,026 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 127 | – |
| Area | 1,377 Acres (5.57 sq km) | 0.14% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.45 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |