Bughiana Khurd 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 6,130 individuals, including 3,093 males and 3,037 females. Males constitute 50.5 percent, while females make up 49.5 percent of the population. The total land area of Bughiana Khurd is 1,081 acres, giving it a population density of about 5.67 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000333.
Literacy Level in Bughiana Khurd
The literacy rate of this village stands at 52.7 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 10.15 percentage points. Male literacy in Bughiana Khurd stands at 58.6 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 9.37 points.
Female literacy is 46.6 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 10.84 points. The figures reveal moderate educational performance, with both male and female literacy falling below district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the remaining gaps in literacy outcomes.
The gender disparity in literacy rates shows a gap of 12.0 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 Baghiana Khurd faces marginally more pronounced challenges in women’s education compared to the broader district context.
Academic Credentials Summary
- Primary but below Matric: 736 males and 526 females
- Matric but below Degree: 256 males and 155 females
- Degree and above: 43 males and 34 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 526 women completing primary education, 155 reaching matriculation, and 34 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 526 at primary to 155 at matric shows approximately 29 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 34 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Baghiana Khurd. The gender ratio at degree level, with 34 females compared to 43 males, shows good representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 79 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals considerable attrition at each transition point for female students. While 526 women completed primary education, only 155 advanced to matric level, a loss of 371 students representing 71 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 155 matriculates to 34 degree holders shows continued challenges at higher education levels.
Demographic Overview of Bughiana Khurd
Out of the total population, there are 5,595 Muslims, while 535 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,281. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,134, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 314. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,130 | 0.22% of district |
| Males | 3,093 (50.5%) | 0.21% of district |
| Females | 3,037 (49.5%) | 0.22% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 52.7% | 10.15% below district |
| Male Literacy | 58.6% | 9.37% below district |
| Female Literacy | 46.6% | 10.84% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,134 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 314 | – |
| Area | 1,081 Acres (4.37 sq km) | 0.11% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 5.67 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |