Gohar is a village situated in Tehsil Kasur of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 4,066 individuals, including 2,069 males and 1,997 females. Males constitute 50.9 percent, while females make up 49.1 percent of the population. The total land area of Gohar is 1,469 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.77 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000247.
Literacy Performance of Gohar Village
The literacy rate of this village stands at 76.6 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This remarkably exceeds the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a positive gap of 13.75 percentage points. Male literacy in Gohar stands at 82.9 percent, which is substantially higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 14.93 points.
Female literacy is 69.9 percent, significantly exceeding the district female average (57.44 percent) by 12.46 points. The figures reveal outstanding educational performance, with both male and female literacy substantially surpassing district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that Gohar has implemented highly effective educational strategies and community support systems that other villages could emulate to achieve similar success in literacy development.
Academic Credentials Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 591 males and 452 females
- Matric but below Degree: 323 males and 226 females
- Degree and above: 69 males and 74 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 452 women completing primary education, 226 reaching matriculation, and 74 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 452 at primary to 226 at matric shows approximately 50 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 74 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Gohar. The gender ratio at degree level, with 74 females compared to 69 males, shows exceptional representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment exceeding male levels by approximately 107 percent, a remarkable reversal of typical patterns in the region.
The educational progression pattern reveals moderate attrition at each transition point for female students. While 452 women completed primary education, only 226 advanced to matric level—a loss of 226 students representing 50 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 226 matriculates to 74 degree holders demonstrates continued commitment to higher education.
Community Composition of Gohar
Out of the total population, there are 3,780 Muslims, while 286 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,781. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,181, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 289. This indicates a community with a flourishing working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,066 | 0.14% of district |
| Males | 2,069 (50.9%) | 0.14% of district |
| Females | 1,997 (49.1%) | 0.14% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 76.6% | 13.75% above district |
| Male Literacy | 82.9% | 14.93% above district |
| Female Literacy | 69.9% | 12.46% above district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,181 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 289 | – |
| Area | 1,469 Acres (5.95 sq km) | 0.14% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.77 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |