Dao Ke Khaniana 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 12,486 individuals, including 6,326 males and 6,160 females. Males constitute 50.7 percent, while females make up 49.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Dao Ke Khaniana is 3,854 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.24 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 341/342.
Literacy Status of Dao Ke Khaniana
The literacy rate of this village stands at 60.3 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls slightly below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 2.55 percentage points. Male literacy in Dao Ke Khaniana stands at 66.1 percent, which is marginally lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 1.87 points.
Female literacy is 54.3 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 3.14 points. The figures reveal generally decent educational performance, with both male and female literacy approaching district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that while the village performs reasonably well overall, modest targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the small remaining gaps.
Academic Credentials Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 1,627 males and 1,341 females
- Matric but below Degree: 887 males and 659 females
- Degree and above: 224 males and 182 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 1,341 women completing primary education, 659 reaching matriculation, and 182 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 1,341 at primary to 659 at matric shows approximately 49 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 182 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Dao Ke Khaniana. The gender ratio at degree level, with 182 females compared to 224 males, shows excellent representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 81 percent of male levels.
Demographic Features of Dao Ke Khaniana
Out of the total population, there are 12,129 Muslims, while 357 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 9,005. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 6,803, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 815. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 12,486 | 0.44% of district |
| Males | 6,326 (50.7%) | 0.44% of district |
| Females | 6,160 (49.3%) | 0.45% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 60.3% | 2.55% below district |
| Male Literacy | 66.1% | 1.87% below district |
| Female Literacy | 54.3% | 3.14% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 6,803 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 815 | – |
| Area | 3,854 Acres (15.60 sq km) | 0.38% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 3.24 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |