Akram Abad is a village situated in Tehsil Multan Saddar of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this village has a total population of 7,103 individuals, including 3,636 males and 3,467 females. Males constitute 51.2 percent, while females make up 48.8 percent of the population. The total land area of Akram Abad is 2,545 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.79 persons per acre.
Literacy Statistics in Akram Abad
The literacy rate of Akram Abad is 37.9 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is considerably below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a negative gap of -23.51 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 46.9 percent, substantially below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -20.38 points. Female literacy is 28.1 percent, which is significantly lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -27.17 points. These figures indicate very significant challenges in educational access and development across both genders, highlighting the critical need for comprehensive educational interventions to strengthen literacy outcomes and substantially bridge the wide gap with district standards.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 577 males and 407 females
- Matric but below Degree: 279 males and 127 females
- Degree and above: 60 males and 19 females
These numbers show a steep decline in participation at higher educational levels, particularly among females. While 407 women have completed primary education, only 127 continue through to matriculation, and just 19 achieve degree-level qualifications. The dramatic drop-off at each educational stage suggests severe challenges in retention and access to higher education. The presence of only 19 women with degrees, compared to 60 men, indicates that while pathways to higher education exist within the community, they are extremely limited and require substantial expansion and dedicated support to improve educational outcomes and reduce the significant gender disparity in educational attainment.
Religious and Age Demographics
Out of the total population of Akram Abad, there are 7,100 Muslims, while 3 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 5,039. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,703, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 427. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a moderate elderly segment.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 7,103 | – |
| Males | 3,636 (51.2%) | – |
| Females | 3,467 (48.8%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 37.9% | 23.51% below district |
| Male Literacy | 46.9% | 20.38% below district |
| Female Literacy | 28.1% | 27.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,703 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 427 | – |
| Area | 2,545 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.79 persons/acre | – |