Arjwain Sharif is a village situated in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. As per the 2023 census by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the village has a total population of 5,953, including 3,108 males and 2,842 females. Males constitute 52.2 percent, females 47.8 percent, while transgender persons account for a negligible share. The total land area of the village is 412 acres, resulting in a population density of 14.45 persons per acre, which is high compared to other rural localities.
Literacy Rate in Arjwain Sharif
The literacy rate in Arjwain Sharif stands at 35.1 percent for residents aged 10 years and older, which is 26.31 percentage points below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy is 41.3 percent, falling 25.98 percentage points short of the district male average of 67.28 percent. Female literacy is just 28.1 percent, 27.17 percentage points lower than the district female average of 55.27 percent. These figures highlight severe educational challenges for both genders, with women particularly disadvantaged.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
The educational qualifications of residents are distributed as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 539 males and 349 females
- Matric but below Degree: 349 males and 171 females
- Degree and above: 58 males and 47 females
The numbers reveal that while some residents complete primary and matric education, higher education attainment remains very limited, especially among females.
Religious and Age Composition
Out of the total 5,953 residents, 5,929 are Muslims and 24 belong to other religions.
The population aged 10 years and above totals 4,531.
The adult population aged 18 years and above is 3,564.
There are 292 senior citizens aged 60 years and above, forming a modest elderly segment of the community.
Arjwain Sharif faces serious educational challenges, with literacy levels far below district standards. The gender gap in education is also wide, with less than one-third of women achieving literacy. Despite this, the presence of degree holders shows that some families in the village value higher education, which could provide a foundation for future progress.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,953 | – |
| Males | 3,108 (52.2%) | – |
| Females | 2,842 (47.8%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 35.1% | 26.31% below district |
| Male Literacy | 41.3% | 25.98% below district |
| Female Literacy | 28.1% | 27.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 3,564 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 292 | – |
| Area | 412 Acres | – |