Atari Karam Singh 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 6,864 individuals, including 3,519 males and 3,345 females. Males constitute 51.3 percent, while females make up 48.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Atari Karam Singh is 2,383 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.88 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000296.
Educational Performance in Atari Karam Singh
The literacy rate of this village stands at 59.8 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 3.05 percentage points. Male literacy in Atari Karam Singh stands at 64.8 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 3.17 points.
Female literacy is 54.9 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 2.54 points. The figures reveal that both male and female literacy rates fall modestly short of district benchmarks. However, the relatively small gaps suggest that the community has reasonably functional educational infrastructure, and targeted improvements could help bridge these deficits and bring literacy rates in line with regional standards.
Academic Qualification Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 944 males and 772 females
- Matric but below Degree: 305 males and 280 females
- Degree and above: 76 males and 56 females
These numbers demonstrate solid educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 772 women completing primary education, 280 reaching matriculation, and 56 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 772 at primary to 280 at matric shows expected attrition, yet retention remains reasonable compared to many comparable villages.
The presence of 56 female degree holders represents meaningful achievement and reflects accessible pathways for women’s higher education in Atari Karam Singh. The gender ratio at degree level, with 56 females compared to 76 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier. This suggests that women who pursue higher education receive adequate support and face manageable barriers, resulting in decent female representation among university graduates despite the challenges of earlier educational stages.
Population Makeup of Atari Karam Singh
Out of the total population, there are 6,686 Muslims, while 178 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,629. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,467, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 410. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,864 | 0.17% of district |
| Males | 3,519 (51.3%) | 0.17% of district |
| Females | 3,345 (48.7%) | 0.17% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 59.8% | 3.05% below district |
| Male Literacy | 64.8% | 3.17% below district |
| Female Literacy | 54.9% | 2.54% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,467 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 410 | – |
| Area | 2,383 Acres (9.64 sq km) | 0.24% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.88 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |