Araian Wala is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 5,746 individuals, including 2,897 males and 2,849 females. Males constitute 50.4 percent, while females make up 49.6 percent of the population. The total land area of Araian Wala is 982 acres, giving it a population density of about 5.85 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000454.
Literacy Rate in Araian Wala
The literacy rate of this village stands at 43.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls substantially below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 19.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Araian Wala stands at 46.6 percent, which is significantly lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 21.37 points.
Female literacy is 39.3 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 18.14 points. The figures reveal critically low educational performance that severely lags behind district benchmarks in both gender categories. This pattern suggests that urgent and comprehensive educational interventions are needed across the community, with intensive focus on both male and female education to help achieve even basic parity with regional standards and begin addressing the profound educational deficit.
Academic Progress Distribution
- Primary but below Matric: 367 males and 319 females
- Matric but below Degree: 160 males and 110 females
- Degree and above: 36 males and 27 females
These numbers demonstrate limited educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 319 women completing primary education, 110 reaching matriculation, and 27 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 319 at primary to 110 at matric shows substantial attrition during the secondary school years, with approximately 34 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 27 female degree holders represents meaningful achievement given the challenging educational environment in Araian Wala. The gender ratio at degree level, with 27 females compared to 36 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 75 percent of male levels. This proportionate balance at the highest educational level demonstrates that women who persist through the education system receive adequate support to complete their higher education.
However, the low overall literacy rates affecting both genders indicate systemic barriers exist throughout the educational pipeline. The dropout rate between primary and matric, with about two-thirds of female primary completers not advancing, represents a serious challenge. Comprehensive intervention requiring establishment of better educational infrastructure, universal enrollment campaigns, and sustained community engagement are all urgently needed to transform educational outcomes.
Population Profile of this Village
Out of the total population, there are 5,733 Muslims, while 13 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,105. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,050, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 376. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Araian Wala | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,746 | 0.20% of district |
| Males | 2,897 (50.4%) | 0.20% of district |
| Females | 2,849 (49.6%) | 0.21% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 43.0% | 19.85% below district |
| Male Literacy | 46.6% | 21.37% below district |
| Female Literacy | 39.3% | 18.14% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,050 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 376 | – |
| Area | 982 Acres (3.97 sq km) | 0.10% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 5.85 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |