Mahalam Khurd is a village situated in Tehsil Kasur of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 2,007 individuals, including 1,029 males and 978 females. Males constitute 51.3 percent, while females make up 48.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Mahalam Khurd is 822 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.44 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000269.
Literacy Trends in Mahalam Khurd
The literacy rate of this village stands at 52.1 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls substantially below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 10.75 percentage points. Male literacy in Mahalam Khurd stands at 55.6 percent, which is significantly lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 12.37 points.
Female literacy is 48.5 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 8.94 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 to help achieve parity with regional standards and improve literacy outcomes for both genders.
Educational Qualifications Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 220 males and 176 females
- Matric but below Degree: 139 males and 92 females
- Degree and above: 20 males and 39 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 176 women completing primary education, 92 reaching matriculation, and 39 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 176 at primary to 92 at matric shows approximately 52 percent continuing beyond primary level. The presence of 39 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Mahalam Khurd.
Population Characteristics of Mahalam Khurd
Out of the total population, there are 1,965 Muslims, while 42 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 1,490. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,156, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 167. This indicates a community with a balanced working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,007 | 0.07% of district |
| Males | 1,029 (51.3%) | 0.07% of district |
| Females | 978 (48.7%) | 0.07% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 52.1% | 10.75% below district |
| Male Literacy | 55.6% | 12.37% below district |
| Female Literacy | 48.5% | 8.94% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,156 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 167 | – |
| Area | 822 Acres (3.33 sq km) | 0.08% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.44 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |