Thatti Hithar 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 1,758 individuals, including 901 males and 857 females. Males constitute 51.3 percent, while females make up 48.7 percent of the population. The total land area of Thatti Hithar is 470 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.74 persons per acre. The Hadbast / Deh number of this village is 0000455.
Literacy Rate in Thatti Hithar
The literacy rate of this village stands at 68.2 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This notably exceeds the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a positive gap of 5.35 percentage points. Male literacy in Thatti Hithar stands at 73.5 percent, which is remarkably higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 5.53 points.
Female literacy is 62.4 percent, exceeding the district female average (57.44 percent) by 4.96 points. The figures reveal outstanding educational performance, with both male and female literacy substantially surpassing district benchmarks. This pattern suggests that this village has implemented highly effective educational strategies and community support systems that other villages could emulate to achieve similar success in literacy development.
Academic Qualification Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 241 males and 180 females
- Matric but below Degree: 110 males and 80 females
- Degree and above: 22 males and 15 females
These numbers demonstrate solid educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 180 women completing primary education, 80 reaching matriculation, and 15 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 180 at primary to 80 at matric shows reasonable retention during the secondary school years, with approximately 44 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 15 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Thatti Hithar. The gender ratio at degree level, with 15 females compared to 22 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier, with female degree attainment reaching about 68 percent of male levels. This proportionate balance, combined with the village’s exceptional overall literacy rates, demonstrates strong community commitment to education for both genders.
Settlement Demographics of Thatti Hithar
Out of the total population, there are 1,752 Muslims, while 6 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 1,288. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 886, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 100. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,758 | 0.06% of district |
| Males | 901 (51.3%) | 0.06% of district |
| Females | 857 (48.7%) | 0.06% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 68.2% | 5.35% above district |
| Male Literacy | 73.5% | 5.53% above district |
| Female Literacy | 62.4% | 4.96% above district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 886 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 100 | – |
| Area | 470 Acres (1.90 sq km) | 0.05% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 3.74 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |