Marati 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 3,331 individuals, including 1,677 males and 1,654 females. Males constitute 50.3 percent, while females make up 49.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Marati is 1,132 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.94 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000271.
Educational Achievement in Marati
The literacy rate of this village stands at 48.9 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 13.95 percentage points. Male literacy in Marati stands at 55.4 percent, which is significantly lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 12.57 points.
Female literacy is 42.3 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 15.14 points. The figures reveal educational performance that substantially lags behind district benchmarks in both gender categories, with female literacy facing particularly acute challenges. This pattern suggests that comprehensive educational interventions are critically needed across the community, with special attention to girls’ education to help achieve parity with regional standards and bridge the considerable gender gap.
Schooling Attainment Data
- Primary but below Matric: 376 males and 255 females
- Matric but below Degree: 155 males and 108 females
- Degree and above: 29 males and 33 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 255 women completing primary education, 108 reaching matriculation, and 33 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 255 at primary to 108 at matric shows significant attrition during the secondary school years, with approximately 42 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 33 female degree holders represents a noteworthy achievement in Marati, particularly remarkable as it surpasses the number of male degree holders (29). The gender ratio at degree level, with 33 females compared to 29 males, shows superior female representation at the tertiary tier. This impressive reversal at the highest educational level demonstrates that despite lower overall literacy rates and substantial dropout during earlier stages, women who successfully navigate through the education system achieve at exceptional rates.
Community Profile of Marati
Out of the total population, there are 3,324 Muslims, while 7 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,209. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,696, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 180. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Indicator | Marati | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,331 | 0.12% of district |
| Males | 1,677 (50.3%) | 0.12% of district |
| Females | 1,654 (49.7%) | 0.12% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 48.9% | 13.95% below district |
| Male Literacy | 55.4% | 12.57% below district |
| Female Literacy | 42.3% | 15.14% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,696 | – |
| Area | 1,132 Acres (4.58 sq km) | 0.11% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.94 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |