Makhane Wala 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 3,373 individuals, including 1,741 males and 1,632 females. Males constitute 51.6 percent, while females make up 48.4 percent of the population. The total land area of Makhane Wala is 1,558 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.17 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000452.
Literacy Assessment in Makhane Wala
The literacy rate of this village stands at 49.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls substantially below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 13.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Makhanay Wala stands at 55.9 percent, which is notably lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 12.07 points.
Female literacy is 41.9 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 15.54 points. The figures reveal critically low educational performance that considerably lags behind district benchmarks in both gender categories, with female literacy facing more substantial challenges. This pattern suggests that urgent and comprehensive educational interventions are needed across the community, with particular emphasis on girls’ education to help achieve parity with regional standards and bridge the significant gender literacy gap.
Educational Attainment Figures
- Primary but below Matric: 388 males and 311 females
- Matric but below Degree: 118 males and 65 females
- Degree and above: 26 males and 15 females
These numbers demonstrate limited educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 311 women completing primary education, 65 reaching matriculation, and 15 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 311 at primary to 65 at matric shows severe attrition during the secondary school years, with only approximately 21 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 15 female degree holders represents modest achievement given the challenging educational environment in Makhane Wala. The gender ratio at degree level, with 15 females compared to 26 males, shows underrepresentation of women at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 58 percent of male levels.
Demographic Characteristics of Makhane Wala
Out of the total population, there are 3,341 Muslims, while 32 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,245. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,701, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 270. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,373 | 0.12% of district |
| Males | 1,741 (51.6%) | 0.12% of district |
| Females | 1,632 (48.4%) | 0.12% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 49.0% | 13.85% below district |
| Male Literacy | 55.9% | 12.07% below district |
| Female Literacy | 41.9% | 15.54% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,701 | – |
| Area | 1,558 Acres (6.31 sq km) | 0.15% of district |