Qaim Shah Wala is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, this village has a total population of 4,936 individuals, including 2,523 males and 2,413 females. Males constitute 51.1 percent, while females make up 48.9 percent of the population. The total land area of Qaim Shah Wala is 1,207 acres, giving it a population density of about 4.09 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000412.
Literacy Status of Qaim Shah Wala
The literacy rate of this village stands at 55.8 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 7.05 percentage points. Male literacy in Qaim Shah Wala stands at 62.6 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 5.37 points.
Female literacy is 48.7 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 8.74 points. The figures reveal moderate educational performance, with both male and female literacy falling somewhat below district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the remaining gaps in literacy outcomes.
Educational Attainment Summary
- Primary but below Matric: 589 males and 506 females
- Matric but below Degree: 249 males and 121 females
- Degree and above: 55 males and 34 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 506 women completing primary education, 121 reaching matriculation, and 34 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 506 at primary to 121 at matric shows approximately 24 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 34 female degree holders represents modest achievement in Qaim Shah Wala. The gender ratio at degree level, with 34 females compared to 55 males, shows moderate representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 62 percent of male levels.
Community Profile of Qaim Shah Wala
Out of the total population, there are 4,930 Muslims, while 6 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,518. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,521, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 336. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,936 | 0.17% of district |
| Males | 2,523 (51.1%) | 0.17% of district |
| Females | 2,413 (48.9%) | 0.17% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 55.8% | 7.05% below district |
| Male Literacy | 62.6% | 5.37% below district |
| Female Literacy | 48.7% | 8.74% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,521 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 336 | – |
| Area | 1,207 Acres (4.88 sq km) | 0.12% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 4.09 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |