Gandhi Hithar 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 278 individuals, including 152 males and 126 females. Males constitute 54.7 percent, while females make up 45.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Gandhi Hithar is 828 acres, giving it a population density of about 0.34 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000291.
Learning Indicators in Gandhi Hithar
The literacy rate of this village stands at 48.1 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls significantly below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 14.75 percentage points. Male literacy in Gandhi Hithar stands at 60.8 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 7.17 points.
Female literacy is 31.5 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 25.94 points. The data reveals considerable educational challenges across both genders, with female literacy facing particularly severe deficits. This substantial gap highlights the critical need for comprehensive educational interventions and infrastructure development to improve learning opportunities and bring literacy rates closer to regional benchmarks.
Academic Credentials Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 50 males and 14 females
- Matric but below Degree: 9 males and 3 females
- Degree and above: 0 males and 1 female
These statistics paint a challenging picture of educational access in this small community. The data shows just 14 women completing primary education, 3 reaching matriculation, and remarkably, 1 achieving degree-level qualification. Despite the extremely low numbers across most educational levels, the presence of 1 female degree holder while there are no male degree holders represents a noteworthy achievement.
The sharp decline from 14 at primary level to only 3 at matric reveals severe retention challenges during the transition to secondary education in Gandhi Hithar. However, the fact that 1 woman has persevered to earn a degree, particularly when no men have achieved this level, demonstrates extraordinary resilience and determination. This suggests that with proper support systems, financial assistance, and community mobilization, educational outcomes could be substantially improved for both genders.
Demographic Profile of Gandhi Hithar
Out of the total population, all 278 individuals are Muslims. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 212. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 149, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 16. This reflects a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a small elderly population.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 278 | 0.01% of district |
| Males | 152 (54.7%) | 0.01% of district |
| Females | 126 (45.3%) | 0.01% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 48.1% | 14.75% below district |
| Male Literacy | 60.8% | 7.17% below district |
| Female Literacy | 31.5% | 25.94% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 149 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 16 | – |
| Area | 828 Acres (3.35 sq km) | 0.08% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 0.34 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |