Mokal is a large village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this village has a total population of 13,994 individuals, including 7,046 males and 6,947 females. Males constitute 50.4 percent, while females make up 49.6 percent of the population. The total land area of Mokal is 7,441 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.88 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000403.
Literacy Level in Mokal
The literacy rate of this village stands at 57.4 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 5.45 percentage points. Male literacy in Mokal village stands at 63.8 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 4.17 points.
Female literacy is 50.9 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 6.54 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 12.9 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is wider than the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that this village faces more pronounced challenges in women’s education compared to the broader district context.
Educational Achievement Data
- Primary but below Matric: 1,819 males and 1,402 females
- Matric but below Degree: 696 males and 523 females
- Degree and above: 192 males and 171 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 1,402 women completing primary education, 523 reaching matriculation, and 171 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 1,402 at primary to 523 at matric shows approximately 37 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 171 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Mokal. The gender ratio at degree level, with 171 females compared to 192 males, shows excellent representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 89 percent of male levels.
The educational progression pattern reveals moderate attrition at each transition point for female students. While 1,402 women completed primary education, only 523 advanced to matric level, a loss of 879 students representing 63 percent who did not continue during the critical middle school years. The advancement from 523 matriculates to 171 degree holders demonstrates continued commitment to higher education.
For males, the retention rates are comparatively better, with 1,819 at primary reducing to 696 at matric (62 percent retention) and further to 192 at degree level. The relatively strong performance at the degree level, with female representation approaching male levels at 89 percent, suggests effective community engagement and adequate educational infrastructure that maintains near gender parity at the tertiary tier.
Population Composition of Mokal
Out of the total population, there are 13,976 Muslims, while 18 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 9,670. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 7,144, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 903. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,994 | 0.49% of district |
| Males | 7,046 (50.4%) | 0.48% of district |
| Females | 6,947 (49.6%) | 0.50% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 57.4% | 5.45% below district |
| Male Literacy | 63.8% | 4.17% below district |
| Female Literacy | 50.9% | 6.54% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 7,144 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 903 | – |
| Area | 7,441 Acres (30.11 sq km) | 0.72% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.88 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |