Sadha 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 6,993 individuals, including 3,653 males and 3,340 females. Males constitute 52.2 percent, while females make up 47.8 percent of the population. The total land area of Sadha is 2,963 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.36 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000236.
Literacy Achievements in Sadha Village
The literacy rate of this village stands at 55.4 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 7.45 percentage points. Male literacy in Sadha stands at 60.7 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 7.27 points.
Female literacy is 49.6 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 7.84 points. The figures reveal noticeable educational deficits across both genders, with fairly similar gaps affecting both male and female populations. This pattern suggests that comprehensive educational interventions targeting both boys and girls could help bridge these disparities and bring literacy rates up to regional benchmarks.
Educational Attainment Overview
- Primary but below Matric: 943 males and 684 females
- Matric but below Degree: 280 males and 196 females
- Degree and above: 73 males and 52 females
These numbers illustrate the educational participation patterns in the community. The data shows 684 women completing primary education, 196 reaching matriculation, and 52 achieving degree-level qualifications. The decline from 684 at primary level to 196 at matric indicates substantial retention challenges during the transition to secondary education.
The presence of 52 female degree holders represents meaningful achievement in Sadha. The gender ratio at degree level, with 52 females compared to 73 males, shows reasonably balanced representation at the tertiary tier considering the earlier dropout challenges. This suggests that women who persist through the education system receive adequate support to complete their higher education, though strengthening retention mechanisms during the critical middle school years could help more girls continue their academic journey and ultimately improve female educational outcomes.
Demographic Profile of Sadha
Out of the total population, there are 6,899 Muslims, while 94 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,674. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,274, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 305. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a moderate elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 6,993 | 0.17% of district |
| Males | 3,653 (52.2%) | 0.18% of district |
| Females | 3,340 (47.8%) | 0.17% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 55.4% | 7.45% below district |
| Male Literacy | 60.7% | 7.27% below district |
| Female Literacy | 49.6% | 7.84% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,274 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 305 | – |
| Area | 2,963 Acres (11.99 sq km) | 0.30% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.36 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |