Shino Wal 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 824 individuals, including 407 males and 417 females. Males constitute 49.4 percent, while females make up 50.6 percent of the population. The total land area of Shino Wal is 407 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.02 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000423.
Literacy and Education in Shino Wal
The literacy rate of this village stands at 72.9 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This significantly exceeds the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a positive gap of 10.05 percentage points. Male literacy in Shino Wal stands at 80.9 percent, which is remarkably higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 12.93 points.
Female literacy is 65.0 percent, exceeding the district female average (57.44 percent) by 7.56 points. The figures reveal outstanding educational performance, with both male and female literacy substantially surpassing district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that Shinowal has implemented highly effective educational strategies and community support systems that other villages could emulate to achieve similar success in literacy development.
Degree and Diploma Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 110 males and 82 females
- Matric but below Degree: 60 males and 44 females
- Degree and above: 13 males and 9 females
These numbers demonstrate solid educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 82 women completing primary education, 44 reaching matriculation, and 9 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 82 at primary to 44 at matric shows reasonable retention during the secondary school years, with approximately 54 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 9 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in this small village. The gender ratio at degree level, with 9 females compared to 13 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 69 percent of male levels.
Demographic Profile of Shino Wal
Out of the total population, there are 824 Muslims, while no individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 568. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 414, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 60. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 824 | 0.03% of district |
| Males | 407 (49.4%) | 0.03% of district |
| Females | 417 (50.6%) | 0.03% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 72.9% | 10.05% above district |
| Male Literacy | 80.9% | 12.93% above district |
| Female Literacy | 65.0% | 7.56% above district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 414 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 60 | – |
| Area | 407 Acres (1.65 sq km) | 0.04% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.02 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |