Chabbar Hithar is a village situated in Tehsil Kasur of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 4,418 individuals, including 2,300 males and 2,118 females. Males constitute 52.1 percent, while females make up 47.9 percent of the population. The total land area of Chabbar Hithar is 1,018 acres, giving it a population density of about 4.34 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000246.
Out of the total population, there are 4,288 Muslims, while 130 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,156. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,388, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 250. This indicates a community with a dynamic working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Literacy Profile of Chabbar Hithar
The literacy rate of this village stands at 70.7 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This notably exceeds the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a positive gap of 7.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Chabbar Hithar stands at 77.4 percent, which is substantially higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 9.43 points.
Female literacy is 63.0 percent, exceeding the district female average (57.44 percent) by 5.56 points. The figures reveal strong educational performance, with both male and female literacy surpassing district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that Chhabbar has implemented effective educational strategies and community support systems that benefit both genders, creating an environment where students have access to quality educational opportunities.
The gender disparity in literacy rates shows a gap of 14.4 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is wider than the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that while Chhabbar performs well overall, there remains a more pronounced challenge in achieving gender parity compared to the broader district. Nevertheless, the fact that both genders exceed district averages demonstrates strong community commitment to education.
Educational Qualifications Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 722 males and 507 females
- Matric but below Degree: 384 males and 285 females
- Degree and above: 82 males and 56 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 507 women completing primary education, 285 reaching matriculation, and 56 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 507 at primary to 285 at matric shows approximately 56 percent continuing beyond primary level. The village has 56 female degree holders which shows substantial achievement in Chhabbar. The gender ratio at degree level, with 56 females compared to 82 males, shows good representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 68 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals moderate attrition at each transition point for female students. While 507 women completed primary education, only 285 advanced to matric level, a loss of 222 students representing 44 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 285 matriculates to 56 degree holders shows continued challenges at higher education levels.
For males, the retention rates are comparatively better, with 722 at primary reducing to 384 at matric (47 percent retention) and further to 82 at degree level. The 56 percent retention rate at matric for females is notably strong and demonstrates effective support systems that help girls transition from primary to secondary education, though enhanced mechanisms could further improve these already impressive outcomes.
Key Statistics of Chabbar Hithar
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,418 | 0.16% of district |
| Males | 2,300 (52.1%) | 0.16% of district |
| Females | 2,118 (47.9%) | 0.15% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 70.7% | 7.85% above district |
| Male Literacy | 77.4% | 9.43% above district |
| Female Literacy | 63.0% | 5.56% above district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,388 | – |
| Area | 1,018 Acres (4.12 sq km) | 0.10% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 4.34 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |