Buch Mubarik Pur is a large village situated in Tehsil Multan Saddar of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 17,068 individuals, including 8,828 males and 8,240 females. Males constitute 51.7 percent, while females make up 48.3 percent of the population. The total land area of Buch Mubarik Pur is 682 acres, giving it a population density of about 25.03 persons per acre, making it one of the more densely populated villages in the area.
Literacy Rate in Buch Mubarik Pur
The literacy rate of Buch Mubarak is 49.8 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a negative gap of -11.61 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 54.2 percent, considerably below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -13.08 points. Female literacy is 44.9 percent, which is lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -10.37 points. These figures indicate substantial room for improvement in educational access and attainment across both genders, highlighting the need for focused educational initiatives to strengthen literacy outcomes throughout the community.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 1,805 males and 1,268 females
- Matric but below Degree: 1,078 males and 844 females
- Degree and above: 415 males and 353 females
These numbers show steady educational participation across both genders, though with some decline at higher levels. While 1,268 women have completed primary education, 844 continue through to matriculation, and 353 achieve degree-level qualifications. The retention of female students through to higher education is encouraging, with 353 women holding degrees demonstrating that pathways to tertiary education exist within the community. Enhanced support for educational continuation, particularly at the transition points between educational stages, would help strengthen overall academic achievement.
Religious and Age Demographics in Buch Mubarak Pur
Out of the total population of Buch Mubarik Pur, there are 16,761 Muslims, while 307 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 12,722. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 9,704, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 698. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a moderate elderly segment.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 17,068 | – |
| Males | 8,828 (51.7%) | – |
| Females | 8,240 (48.3%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 49.8% | 11.61% below district |
| Male Literacy | 54.2% | 13.08% below district |
| Female Literacy | 44.9% | 10.37% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 9,704 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 698 | – |
| Area | 682 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 25.03 persons/acre | – |