Veerke Kohna 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 2,879 individuals, including 1,514 males and 1,365 females. Males constitute 52.6 percent, while females make up 47.4 percent of the population. The total land area of Veerke Kohna is 500 acres, giving it a population density of about 5.76 persons per acre. The Hadbast number of this village is 0000272.
Literacy Performance in Veerke Kohna
The literacy rate of this village stands at 62.5 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This slightly falls below the Kasur District average of 62.85 percent, showing a negative gap of 0.35 percentage points. Male literacy in Weerke Kohna stands at 71.3 percent, which is notably higher than the district male average (67.97 percent) by 3.33 points.
Female literacy is 52.9 percent, trailing the district female average (57.44 percent) by 4.54 points. The figures reveal mixed educational performance, with male literacy exceeding district benchmarks while female literacy lags behind regional standards. This pattern suggests that while the village has achieved strong results in male education, targeted improvements focusing on girls’ education could help achieve full parity with district standards and narrow the gender literacy gap.
Educational Progression Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 468 males and 293 females
- Matric but below Degree: 130 males and 107 females
- Degree and above: 26 males and 21 females
These numbers demonstrate reasonable educational participation across gender lines in the community. The data shows 293 women completing primary education, 107 reaching matriculation, and 21 achieving degree-level qualifications. The transition from 293 at primary to 107 at matric shows moderate retention during the secondary school years, with approximately 37 percent continuing beyond primary level.
The presence of 21 female degree holders represents substantial achievement in Veer Ke Kohna. The gender ratio at degree level, with 21 females compared to 26 males, shows fairly balanced representation at the tertiary tier.
Population Dynamics of Veerke Kohna
Out of the total population, there are 2,841 Muslims, while 38 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 1,973. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,483, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 145. This indicates a community with a robust working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Key Statistics
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,879 | 0.10% of district |
| Males | 1,514 (52.6%) | 0.10% of district |
| Females | 1,365 (47.4%) | 0.10% of district |
| Literacy Rate | 62.5% | 0.35% below district |
| Male Literacy | 71.3% | 3.33% above district |
| Female Literacy | 52.9% | 4.54% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,483 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 145 | – |
| Area | 500 Acres (2.02 sq km) | 0.05% of district |
| Population Density | ≈ 5.76 persons/acre | District: 1022.35/sq km |