Bhulerian 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 3,754 individuals, including 1,880 males and 1,872 females. Males constitute 50.1 percent, while females make up 49.9 percent of the population. The total land area of Bhulerian is 1,272 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.95 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000278.
Education and Literacy Profile of Bhulerian
The literacy rate of this village stands at 51.2 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 11.65 percentage points. Male literacy in Bhulerian stands at 57.8 percent, which is notably lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 10.17 points.
Female literacy is 44.6 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 12.84 points. The figures reveal educational performance that considerably lags behind district benchmarks in both gender categories, with female literacy facing more substantial challenges. This pattern suggests that comprehensive educational interventions are needed across the community, with particular emphasis on girls’ education to help achieve parity with regional standards and bridge the significant gender literacy gap.
Educational Achievement Data
- Primary but below Matric: 454 males and 386 females
- Matric but below Degree: 154 males and 93 females
- Degree and above: 47 males and 21 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 386 women completing primary education, 93 reaching matriculation, and 21 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 386 at primary to 93 at matric shows approximately 24 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 21 female degree holders represents modest achievement in Bhulerian. The gender ratio at degree level, with 21 females compared to 47 males, shows underrepresentation of women at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 45 percent of male levels.
Community Demographics of Bhulerian
Out of the total population, there are 3,741 Muslims, while 13 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,520. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,866, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 235. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,754 | 0.13% of district |
| Males | 1,880 (50.1%) | 0.13% of district |
| Females | 1,872 (49.9%) | 0.14% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 51.2% | 11.65% below district |
| Male Literacy | 57.8% | 10.17% below district |
| Female Literacy | 44.6% | 12.84% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,866 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 235 | – |
| Area | 1,272 Acres (5.15 sq km) | 0.13% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.95 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |