Shamas Abad 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 4,580 individuals, including 2,288 males and 2,292 females. Males constitute 50.0 percent, while females make up 50.0 percent of the population. The total land area of Shamas Abad is 2,764 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.66 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000239.
Educational Performance in Shamas Abad
The literacy rate of this village stands at 54.1 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a gap of 8.75 percentage points. Male literacy in Shamas Abad stands at 61.3 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 6.67 points.
Female literacy is 46.6 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 10.84 points. The figures reveal considerable educational deficits across both genders, with female literacy showing a more substantial gap. This pattern indicates that enhanced educational interventions, particularly focused on girls’ education, could help narrow these disparities and bring literacy rates closer to regional standards.
Academic Qualification Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 563 males and 426 females
- Matric but below Degree: 273 males and 143 females
- Degree and above: 51 males and 71 females
These statistics demonstrate interesting educational participation patterns in the community. The data shows 426 women completing primary education, 143 reaching matriculation, and 71 achieving degree-level qualifications. Remarkably, female degree holders substantially outnumber their male counterparts, with 71 women versus 51 men at the highest educational tier.
This exceptional achievement at the tertiary level reflects progressive attitudes toward women’s higher education in Shamas Abad. While the sharp decline from 426 at primary to 143 at matric indicates substantial retention challenges during secondary school years, the fact that 71 women ultimately earn degrees demonstrates remarkable determination and adequate support for female students pursuing tertiary education. The gender reversal at degree level, where women surpass men, is particularly noteworthy and suggests that women who persist through the education system receive strong encouragement and support to complete their higher education successfully.
Demographic Structure of Shamas Abad
Out of the total population, there are 4,574 Muslims, while 6 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,364. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,612, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 435. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,580 | 0.11% of district |
| Males | 2,288 (50.0%) | 0.11% of district |
| Females | 2,292 (50.0%) | 0.11% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 54.1% | 8.75% below district |
| Male Literacy | 61.3% | 6.67% below district |
| Female Literacy | 46.6% | 10.84% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,612 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 435 | – |
| Area | 2,764 Acres (11.19 sq km) | 0.28% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.66 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |