CHAK NO 077/M is a small rural settlement in Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. The Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census shows this village has just 312 residents, making it one of the smaller settlements. The population consists of 157 males and 155 females, demonstrating an almost perfect gender balance.
Literacy and Education in Chak No 077/M
The village has achieved a literacy rate of 45.3 percent for its population aged 10 years and above. Male literacy stands at 50.9 percent, while female literacy is 39.2 percent. The gender gap in education here is smaller than in many neighboring villages, suggesting relatively better educational opportunities for women. Educational attainment shows 28 males and 12 females have completed primary but below matric education. At matric but below degree level, 14 males and 10 females have achieved this qualification. In higher education, 3 males and 2 females of Chak No 077/M hold degrees or above.
Religious and Age Composition
The entire population of 312 residents practices Islam, reflecting the uniform religious character typical of rural Punjab. The age distribution reveals 203 individuals aged 10 years and above, forming the base population for literacy assessment. The adult population of 18 years and above comprises 154 persons, representing the working-age group sustaining the village economy.
Land Resources of Chak No 77/M
The senior citizen population aged 60 years and above consists of 17 individuals. The village covers 664 acres, providing a favorable land-to-population ratio for this small community. This land area supports agricultural activities forming the primary livelihood source for residents. The relatively generous acreage per capita offers opportunities for sustainable farming practices and agricultural diversification.