Thathi Hinduan is a village situated in Tehsil Chunian of Kasur District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this village has a total population of 1,228 individuals, including 628 males and 600 females. Males constitute 51.1 percent, while females make up 48.9 percent of the population. The total land area of this village is 822 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.49 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000430.
Educational Standards in Thathi Hinduan
The literacy rate of this village stands at 61.8 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This falls slightly below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 1.05 percentage points. Male literacy in Thathi Hinduan stands at 77.7 percent, which is remarkably higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 9.73 points.
Female literacy is 43.8 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 13.64 points. The figures reveal sharply contrasting educational performance between genders, with male literacy substantially exceeding district benchmarks while female literacy lags considerably behind regional standards.
This pattern suggests that while educational resources have significantly benefited male students, targeted interventions focusing on girls’ education are critically needed to help achieve parity with district standards and narrow the substantial gender literacy gap.
Qualification Levels by Gender
- Primary but below Matric: 175 males and 101 females
- Matric but below Degree: 53 males and 11 females
- Degree and above: 15 males and 7 females
These numbers demonstrate limited educational participation for females in the community. The data shows 101 women completing primary education, 11 reaching matriculation, and 7 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 101 at primary to 11 at matric shows severe attrition during the secondary school years, with only approximately 11 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 7 female degree holders represents modest achievement given the challenging educational environment for women in Thathi Hinduan. The gender ratio at degree level, with 7 females compared to 15 males, shows underrepresentation of women at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 47 percent of male levels.
Population Composition of Thathi Hinduan
Out of the total population, there are 1,219 Muslims, while 9 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 863. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 643, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 79. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,228 | 0.04% of district |
| Males | 628 (51.1%) | 0.04% of district |
| Females | 600 (48.9%) | 0.04% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 61.8% | 1.05% below district |
| Male Literacy | 77.7% | 9.73% above district |
| Female Literacy | 43.8% | 13.64% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 643 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 79 | – |
| Area | 822 Acres (3.33 sq km) | 0.08% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.49 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |