Kailo is a village situated in Tehsil Kasur of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. This village is located at Kasur-Depalpur road. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 5,649 individuals, including 2,937 males and 2,712 females. Males constitute 52.0 percent, while females make up 48.0 percent of the population.
The total land area of Kailo is 1,365 acres, giving it a population density of about 4.14 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000256.
Literacy Rate in Kailo Village
The literacy rate of this village stands at 62.7 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 0.15 percentage points. Male literacy in Kailo village stands at 69.8 percent, which is slightly higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 1.83 points.
Female literacy is 55.2 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 2.24 points. The figures reveal generally solid educational performance, with male literacy exceeding district benchmarks while female literacy approaches regional standards. This shows that while the village performs well overall, modest targeted improvements focusing on girls’ education could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the small remaining gaps.
The gender disparity in literacy rates shows a gap of 14.6 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is wider than the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that Kailo village faces more pronounced challenges in women’s education compared to the broader district context.
Educational Qualifications Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 781 males and 622 females
- Matric but below Degree: 441 males and 309 females
- Degree and above: 131 males and 85 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 622 women completing primary education, 309 reaching matriculation, and 85 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 622 at primary to 309 at matric shows approximately 50 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 85 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Kailo. The gender ratio at degree level, with 85 females compared to 131 males, shows good representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 65 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals moderate attrition at each transition point for female students. While 622 women completed primary education, only 309 advanced to matric level, a loss of 313 students representing 50 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 309 matriculates to 85 degree holders shows continued challenges at higher education levels.
Population Composition of Kailo
Out of the total population, there are 5,445 Muslims, while 204 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,023. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,206, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 374. This indicates a community with a sizable working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,649 | 0.20% of district |
| Males | 2,937 (52.0%) | 0.20% of district |
| Females | 2,712 (48.0%) | 0.20% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 62.7% | 0.15% below district |
| Male Literacy | 69.8% | 1.83% above district |
| Female Literacy | 55.2% | 2.24% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,206 | – |
| Area | 1,365 Acres (5.52 sq km) | 0.13% of district |