Bukkan Ke 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 3,655 individuals, including 1,854 males and 1,801 females. Males constitute 50.7 percent, while females make up 49.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Bukkan Ke is 2,014 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.81 persons per acre.
Educational Performance in Bukkan Ke
The literacy rate of Bukkan Ke is 46.4 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls significantly below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, reflecting a negative gap of -16.45 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 58.7 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by -9.27 points. Female literacy is 33.3 percent, which trails the district female average (57.44 percent) by -24.14 points.
Both male and female literacy rates reveal substantial gaps compared to district benchmarks, with female education facing particularly acute challenges. This considerable deficit underscores the urgent need for comprehensive educational interventions and infrastructure improvements to uplift literacy levels across both genders and bring the community in line with regional educational standards.
Academic Qualification Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 464 males and 267 females
- Matric but below Degree: 182 males and 72 females
- Degree and above: 67 males and 34 females
These figures reveal the educational landscape of Bukan Ke, where female participation declines noticeably at higher academic levels. The data shows 267 women completing primary education, 72 reaching matriculation, and 34 achieving degree-level qualifications. While the presence of 34 female degree holders indicates that some women do successfully navigate the education system to tertiary completion, the sharp drop-off between primary and matric levels—from 267 to just 72—signals significant retention challenges.
The gender gap widens considerably at matriculation and degree levels, suggesting barriers that prevent girls from continuing their studies. However, the fact that 34 women have attained degrees demonstrates that with proper support and resources, educational pathways can be traversed successfully. Strengthening retention strategies, particularly during the critical transition from primary to secondary education, could substantially improve female educational outcomes and help narrow the gender disparity in academic achievement.
Demographic Structure of Bukkan Ke
Out of the total population of Bukken Ke, all 3,655 individuals are Muslims. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,685. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,036, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 260. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a moderate elderly segment.
Statistical Overview
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,655 | – |
| Males | 1,854 (50.7%) | – |
| Females | 1,801 (49.3%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 46.4% | 16.45% below district |
| Male Literacy | 58.7% | 9.27% below district |
| Female Literacy | 33.3% | 24.14% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,036 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 260 | – |
| Area | 2,014 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.81 persons/acre | – |