Kotha 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 6,309 individuals, including 3,312 males and 2,997 females. Males constitute 52.5 percent, while females make up 47.5 percent of the population. The total land area of Kotha is 2,292 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.75 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000418.
Literacy Trends in Kotha Village
The literacy rate of this village stands at 54.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 8.85 percentage points. Male literacy in Kotha stands at 58.8 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 9.17 points.
Female literacy is 48.7 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 8.74 points. The figures reveal moderate educational performance, with both male and female literacy falling somewhat below district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the remaining gaps in literacy outcomes.
The gender disparity in literacy rates shows a gap of 10.1 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is very close to the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that Kotha shows the broader district challenges in women’s education.
Educational Qualifications Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 682 males and 609 females
- Matric but below Degree: 257 males and 149 females
- Degree and above: 41 males and 29 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 609 women completing primary education, 149 reaching matriculation, and 29 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 609 at primary to 149 at matric shows approximately 24 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 29 female degree holders represents modest achievement in Kotha. The gender ratio at degree level, with 29 females compared to 41 males, shows moderate representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 71 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals significant attrition at each transition point for female students. While 609 women completed primary education, only 149 advanced to matric level, a loss of 460 students representing 76 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The progression from 149 matriculates to 29 degree holders shows continued challenges at higher levels.
For males, the retention rates are comparatively better, with 682 at primary reducing to 257 at matric (62 percent retention) and further to 41 at degree level. Enhanced support mechanisms during these crucial educational transitions, particularly for girls during the primary-to-secondary shift, could substantially improve overall educational outcomes in the village.
Community Composition of Kotha
Out of the total population, there are 6,269 Muslims, while 40 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,200. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,020, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 356. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,309 | 0.22% of district |
| Males | 3,312 (52.5%) | 0.23% of district |
| Females | 2,997 (47.5%) | 0.22% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 54.0% | 8.85% below district |
| Male Literacy | 58.8% | 9.17% below district |
| Female Literacy | 48.7% | 8.74% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,020 | – |
| Area | 2,292 Acres (9.28 sq km) | 0.22% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.75 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |