Bagge (also spelled as Baggay) 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 4,130 individuals, including 2,127 males and 2,003 females. Males constitute 51.5 percent, while females make up 48.5 percent of the population. The total land area of Bagge is 1,235 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.34 persons per acre.
Literacy Highlights of Bagge
The literacy rate of this village stands at 61.8 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 1.05 percentage points. Male literacy in Baggay stands at 67.4 percent, which is slightly lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 0.57 points.
Female literacy is 55.9 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 1.54 points. The figures reveal generally solid educational performance, with both male and female literacy approaching district benchmarks very closely. This pattern suggests that while the village performs well overall, modest targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the small remaining gaps.
The gender disparity in literacy rates shows a gap of 11.5 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is slightly wider than the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that Bagge faces marginally more pronounced challenges in women’s education compared to the broader district context.
Academic Achievement Data
- Primary but below Matric: 555 males and 407 females
- Matric but below Degree: 309 males and 248 females
- Degree and above: 70 males and 68 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 407 women completing primary education, 248 reaching matriculation, and 68 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 407 at primary to 248 at matric shows approximately 61 percent continuing beyond primary level. The presence of 68 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Baggay. The gender ratio at degree level, with 68 females compared to 70 males, shows excellent representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 97 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals moderate attrition at each transition point for female students. While 407 women completed primary education, only 248 advanced to matric level—a loss of 159 students representing 39 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 248 matriculates to 68 degree holders shows continued challenges at higher education levels.
Demographic Features of Bagge
Out of the total population, there are 4,115 Muslims, while 15 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,963. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,303, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 300. This indicates a community with a considerable working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,130 | 0.15% of district |
| Males | 2,127 (51.5%) | 0.15% of district |
| Females | 2,003 (48.5%) | 0.14% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 61.8% | 1.05% below district |
| Male Literacy | 67.4% | 0.57% below district |
| Female Literacy | 55.9% | 1.54% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,303 | – |
| Area | 1,235 Acres (5.00 sq km) | 0.12% of district |