Sohdiwala 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 3,136 individuals, including 1,623 males and 1,513 females. Males constitute 51.7 percent, while females make up 48.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Sohdiwala is 1,285 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.44 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000231.
Literacy Status of Sohdiwala
The literacy rate of this village stands at 60.2 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 2.65 percentage points. Male literacy in Sohdi Wala stands at 64.1 percent, which is lower than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 3.87 points.
Female literacy is 56.0 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 1.44 points. The figures reveal generally solid educational performance, with both male and female literacy approaching district benchmarks closely. This pattern suggests that while the village performs well overall, modest targeted improvements focusing on both genders could help achieve full parity with district standards and close the small remaining gaps.
Academic Credentials Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 281 males and 201 females
- Matric but below Degree: 120 males and 68 females
- Degree and above: 21 males and 17 females
These numbers demonstrate moderate educational participation across gender lines. The data shows 201 women completing primary education, 68 reaching matriculation, and 17 achieving degree-level qualifications.
The transition from 201 at primary to 68 at matric shows approximately 34 percent continuing beyond primary level. The gender ratio at degree level, with 17 females compared to 21 males, shows good representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 81 percent of male levels.
Population Profile of Sohdi Wala
Out of the total population, there are 3,114 Muslims, while 22 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 2,051. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,538, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 190. This indicates a community with a resilient working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,136 | 0.11% of district |
| Males | 1,623 (51.7%) | 0.11% of district |
| Females | 1,513 (48.3%) | 0.11% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 60.2% | 2.65% below district |
| Male Literacy | 64.1% | 3.87% below district |
| Female Literacy | 56.0% | 1.44% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,538 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 190 | – |
| Area | 1,285 Acres (5.20 sq km) | 0.13% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.44 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |