Bhagi Wal (also spelled as Bhagiwal) is a large village which is 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 8,043 individuals, including 4,037 males and 4,006 females. Males constitute 50.2 percent, while females make up 49.8 percent of the population. The total land area of Bhagi Wal is 2,608 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.08 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 259.
Educational Status in Bhagi Wal
The literacy rate of this village stands at 63.7 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This slightly exceeds the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a positive gap of 0.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Bhagi Wal stands at 72.6 percent, which is notably higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 4.63 points.
Female literacy is 54.5 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 2.94 points. The figures reveal generally positive educational performance, with male literacy significantly exceeding district benchmarks while female literacy shows only a modest deficit. This pattern suggests that targeted improvements focusing on girls’ education could help achieve full parity with regional standards and narrow the gender gap.
Academic Qualification Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 1,112 males and 775 females
- Matric but below Degree: 580 males and 387 females
- Degree and above: 184 males and 155 females
These numbers demonstrate solid educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 775 women completing primary education, 387 reaching matriculation, and 155 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 775 at primary to 387 at matric shows reasonable retention during the secondary school years.
The presence of 155 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Bhagiwal. The gender ratio at degree level, with 155 females compared to 184 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier. This proportionate balance indicates that women who persist through the education system receive adequate support to complete their higher education, though strengthening retention mechanisms during the critical middle school years could help more girls continue their academic journey and ultimately improve female representation at advanced educational levels.
Demographic Profile of Bhagiwal
Out of the total population, there are 7,952 Muslims, while 91 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 5,580. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 4,120, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 431. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 8,043 | 0.20% of district |
| Males | 4,037 (50.2%) | 0.19% of district |
| Females | 4,006 (49.8%) | 0.20% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 63.7% | 0.85% above district |
| Male Literacy | 72.6% | 4.63% above district |
| Female Literacy | 54.5% | 2.94% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 4,120 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 431 | – |
| Area | 2,608 Acres (10.56 sq km) | 0.26% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 3.08 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |