Sahad 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 7,971 individuals, including 4,090 males and 3,881 females. Males constitute 51.3 percent, while females make up 48.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Sahad is 2,718 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.93 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000224.
Literacy Overview of Sahad
The literacy rate of this village stands at 59.7 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 3.15 percentage points. Male literacy in Sahad stands at 63.2 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 4.77 points.
Female literacy is 56.0 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 1.44 points. The figures reveal moderate educational performance, with both male and female literacy approaching but not quite reaching 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 7.2 percentage points between male and female literacy within the village. This internal gender gap is notably lower than the district-level gender gap of 10.53 percentage points, indicating that Sahad has achieved better gender balance in education compared to the broader district context. The relatively narrow gap demonstrates a balanced educational environment where both genders have reasonable access to educational opportunities.
Academic Achievement Data
- Primary but below Matric: 867 males and 695 females
- Matric but below Degree: 395 males and 299 females
- Degree and above: 124 males and 98 females
These numbers demonstrate strong educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 695 women completing primary education, 299 reaching matriculation, and 98 achieving degree-level qualifications.
The transition from 695 at primary to 299 at matric shows approximately 43 percent continuing beyond primary level. The gender ratio at degree level, with 98 females compared to 124 males, shows excellent representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 79 percent of male levels.
Demographic Overview of Sahad
Out of the total population, there are 7,583 Muslims, while 388 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 5,666. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 4,130, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 385. This indicates a community with a flourishing working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,971 | 0.28% of district |
| Males | 4,090 (51.3%) | 0.28% of district |
| Females | 3,881 (48.7%) | 0.28% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 59.7% | 3.15% below district |
| Male Literacy | 63.2% | 4.77% below district |
| Female Literacy | 56.0% | 1.44% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 4,130 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 385 | – |
| Area | 2,718 Acres (11.00 sq km) | 0.26% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.93 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |