Hasnah 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 4,766 individuals, including 2,393 males and 2,373 females. Males constitute 50.2 percent, while females make up 49.8 percent of the population. The total land area of Hasnah is 1,112 acres, giving it a population density of about 4.28 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000273.
Learning and Literacy in Hasnah
The literacy rate of this village stands at 50.9 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls significantly below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 11.95 percentage points. Male literacy in Hasnah stands at 56.9 percent, which is notably lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 11.07 points.
Female literacy is 44.6 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 12.84 points. The figures reveal educational performance that lags considerably behind district benchmarks in both gender categories, with female literacy facing particularly steep challenges. This pattern suggests that comprehensive educational interventions are urgently needed across the community, with special emphasis on girls’ education to help achieve parity with regional standards and narrow the substantial gender gap.
Educational Qualifications Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 551 males and 421 females
- Matric but below Degree: 227 males and 148 females
- Degree and above: 38 males and 51 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 421 women completing primary education, 148 reaching matriculation, and 51 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 421 at primary to 148 at matric shows considerable attrition during the secondary school years, with approximately 35 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 51 female degree holders represents a remarkable achievement in Hasnah, especially noteworthy as it exceeds the number of male degree holders (38). This reversal at the tertiary level is striking and suggests strong community support for girls who reach higher education. The gender ratio at degree level, with 51 females compared to 38 males, shows superior female representation at the tertiary tier. This exceptional pattern indicates that while many girls face barriers in early and middle education stages, those who successfully navigate through the system receive substantial support and achieve at higher rates than their male counterparts.
Population Characteristics of Hasnah
Out of the total population, there are 4,764 Muslims, while 2 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,010. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,197, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 252. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,766 | 0.17% of district |
| Males | 2,393 (50.2%) | 0.16% of district |
| Females | 2,373 (49.8%) | 0.17% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 50.9% | 11.95% below district |
| Male Literacy | 56.9% | 11.07% below district |
| Female Literacy | 44.6% | 12.84% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,197 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 252 | – |
| Area | 1,112 Acres (4.50 sq km) | 0.11% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 4.28 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |