Baqa Pur is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this village has a total population of 3,789 individuals, including 1,915 males and 1,874 females. Males constitute 50.5 percent, while females make up 49.5 percent of the population. The total land area of Baqa Pur is 1,040 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.64 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000400.
Literacy Rate in Baqa Pur
The literacy rate of this village stands at 62.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls marginally below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of just 0.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Baqa Pur stands at 68.9 percent, which is slightly higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 0.93 points.
Female literacy is 54.9 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 2.54 points. The data reveals that the village performs quite well in education overall, with male literacy actually exceeding district standards. Female literacy shows a modest gap, but the difference is relatively small compared to many other villages, indicating reasonably strong educational support for girls in the community.
Academic Credentials Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 492 males and 370 females
- Matric but below Degree: 251 males and 177 females
- Degree and above: 82 males and 96 females
These figures illustrate a remarkable educational landscape in the community. The data shows 370 women completing primary education, 177 reaching matriculation, and 96 achieving degree-level qualifications. Most strikingly, female degree holders actually outnumber their male counterparts, with 96 women versus 82 men at the highest educational tier.
This exceptional achievement demonstrates that Baqa Pur provides strong support for women’s higher education and creates an enabling environment for female academic success. While there is natural attrition from 370 at primary to 177 at matric, the fact that 96 women ultimately earn degrees shows impressive retention and determination at the tertiary level. The gender reversal at degree level, where women surpass men, reflects progressive community attitudes and effective support systems that empower women to pursue and complete higher education successfully.
Population Composition of Baqa Pur
Out of the total population, there are 3,773 Muslims, while 16 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,677. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,981, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 253. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,789 | 0.09% of district |
| Males | 1,915 (50.5%) | 0.09% of district |
| Females | 1,874 (49.5%) | 0.09% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 62.0% | 0.85% below district |
| Male Literacy | 68.9% | 0.93% above district |
| Female Literacy | 54.9% | 2.54% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,981 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 253 | – |
| Area | 1,040 Acres (4.21 sq km) | 0.11% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 3.64 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |