Gara Singh Wala 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 2,815 individuals, including 1,445 males and 1,370 females. Males constitute 51.3 percent, while females make up 48.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Gara Singhwala is 954 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.95 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000456.
Educational Profile of Gara Singh Wala
The literacy rate of this village stands at 47.2 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls considerably below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 15.65 percentage points. Male literacy in Gara Singh Wala stands at 51.2 percent, which is significantly lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 16.77 points.
Female literacy is 43.1 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 14.34 points. The figures reveal critically low educational performance that severely lags behind district benchmarks in both gender categories. This pattern suggests that urgent and comprehensive educational interventions are needed across the community, with intensive focus on both male and female education to help achieve even basic parity with regional standards and begin addressing the substantial educational deficit.
Learning Achievement Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 163 males and 153 females
- Matric but below Degree: 68 males and 29 females
- Degree and above: 21 males and 9 females
These numbers demonstrate limited educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 153 women completing primary education, 29 reaching matriculation, and 9 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 153 at primary to 29 at matric shows severe attrition during the secondary school years, with only approximately 19 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 9 female degree holders represents modest achievement given the challenging educational environment in Gara Singhwala. The gender ratio at degree level, with 9 females compared to 21 males, shows underrepresentation of women at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 43 percent of male levels. This significant gap reflects the compounding challenges women face throughout their educational journey in the village.
Community Structure of Gara Singh Wala
Out of the total population, there are 2,805 Muslims, while 10 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,111. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,439, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 164. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,815 | 0.10% of district |
| Males | 1,445 (51.3%) | 0.10% of district |
| Females | 1,370 (48.7%) | 0.10% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 47.2% | 15.65% below district |
| Male Literacy | 51.2% | 16.77% below district |
| Female Literacy | 43.1% | 14.34% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,439 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 164 | – |
| Area | 954 Acres (3.86 sq km) | 0.09% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.95 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |