Bhagoke Araian is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this village has a total population of 3,989 individuals, including 2,047 males and 1,942 females. Males constitute 51.3 percent, while females make up 48.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Bhagoke Araian is 1,157 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.45 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000438.
Literacy Performance of Bhagoke Araian
The literacy rate of this village stands at 61.6 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This marginally falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 1.25 percentage points. Male literacy in Bhagoke Araian stands at 66.9 percent, which is slightly lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 1.07 points.
Female literacy is 55.8 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 1.64 points. The figures reveal generally solid educational performance, with both male and female literacy approaching district benchmarks very closely. This pattern suggests that while the village performs well overall, modest targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the small remaining gaps.
The gender disparity in literacy rates shows a gap of 11.1 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is very close to the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that this village mirrors the broader district challenges in women’s education.
Educational Credentials Summary
- Primary but below Matric: 533 males and 417 females
- Matric but below Degree: 206 males and 165 females
- Degree and above: 49 males and 39 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 417 women completing primary education, 165 reaching matriculation, and 39 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 417 at primary to 165 at matric shows approximately 40 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 39 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Bhagoke Araian. The gender ratio at degree level, with 39 females compared to 49 males, shows excellent representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 80 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals moderate attrition at each transition point for female students. While 417 women completed primary education, only 165 advanced to matric level, a loss of 252 students representing 60 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 165 matriculates to 39 degree holders demonstrates continued commitment to higher education.
For males, the retention rates are comparatively better, with 533 at primary reducing to 206 at matric (61 percent retention) and further to 49 at degree level. The relatively strong performance at the matric and degree levels, with female representation approaching male levels, suggests effective community engagement and adequate educational infrastructure that maintains gender parity throughout much of the educational pipeline.
Socio-Religious Composition of Bhagoke Araian
Out of the total population, there are 3,935 Muslims, while 54 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,745. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,041, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 298. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,989 | 0.14% of district |
| Males | 2,047 (51.3%) | 0.14% of district |
| Females | 1,942 (48.7%) | 0.14% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 61.6% | 1.25% below district |
| Male Literacy | 66.9% | 1.07% below district |
| Female Literacy | 55.8% | 1.64% below district |
| Area | 1,157 Acres (4.68 sq km) | 0.11% of district |