Jand 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 5,951 individuals, including 3,044 males and 2,907 females. Males constitute 51.2 percent, while females make up 48.8 percent of the population. The total land area of Jand Wala is 3,984 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.49 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000294.
Educational Achievements in Jand Wala
The literacy rate of this village stands at 59.9 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 2.95 percentage points. Male literacy in Jand Wala stands at 66.4 percent, which is marginally lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 1.57 points.
Female literacy is 53.1 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 4.34 points. The figures reveal modest educational deficits across both genders, with female literacy showing a somewhat larger gap. This pattern suggests that targeted improvements focusing particularly on girls’ education could help narrow the disparity and bring overall literacy rates up to regional benchmarks.
Academic Qualification Figures
- Primary but below Matric: 851 males and 650 females
- Matric but below Degree: 283 males and 229 females
- Degree and above: 66 males and 46 females
These numbers demonstrate reasonable educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 650 women completing primary education, 229 reaching matriculation, and 46 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 650 at primary to 229 at matric shows expected attrition during the secondary school years.
The presence of 46 female degree holders represents meaningful achievement in this village. The gender ratio at degree level, with 46 females compared to 66 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier.
Demographic Profile of Jand Wala
Out of the total population, there are 5,913 Muslims, while 38 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,074. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,914, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 349. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Jand Wala | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,951 | 0.15% of district |
| Males | 3,044 (51.2%) | 0.15% of district |
| Females | 2,907 (48.8%) | 0.15% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 59.9% | 2.95% below district |
| Male Literacy | 66.4% | 1.57% below district |
| Female Literacy | 53.1% | 4.34% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,914 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 349 | – |
| Area | 3,984 Acres (16.12 sq km) | 0.40% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.49 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |