Chak No. 001/H is a village located in Tehsil Multan Saddar of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, the village has a population of 4,620 individuals, including 2,361 males and 2,259 females. Males form 51.1 percent of the population, while females account for 48.9 percent. The total land area of Chak No. 001/H is 1,335 acres, resulting in a population density of about 3.46 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Chak No. 001/H
The literacy rate in Chak No. 001/H stands at 65.4 percent among individuals aged 10 years and above, which is higher than the Multan District average of 61.41 percent by 3.99 percentage points. Male literacy reaches 75.3 percent, significantly above the district male average of 67.28 percent (+8.02 points). Female literacy is 55.0 percent, almost equal to the district female average of 55.27 percent, showing that women in the village are keeping pace with district-wide trends.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
Primary but below Matric: 713 males and 531 females
Matric but below Degree: 421 males and 217 females
Degree and above: 36 males and 61 females
One remarkable feature is that at the degree level, women (61) outnumber men (36), which is a rare occurrence in rural Punjab. This reflects increasing opportunities for female education at advanced levels.
Community Composition
Out of the total population, 4,596 individuals follow Islam, while 24 belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 3,294. The adult population (18 years and above) stands at 2,532, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 259. This shows a strong working-age population with a modest elderly segment.
Chak No. 01-H stands out for its higher-than-average literacy rate, particularly with men well above district levels and women equaling the district average. The fact that women surpass men at degree level makes this village a strong example of female educational progress.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,620 | – |
| Males | 2,361 (51.1%) | – |
| Females | 2,259 (48.9%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 65.4% | 3.99% above district |
| Male Literacy | 75.3% | 8.02% above district |
| Female Literacy | 55.0% | 0.27% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,532 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 259 | – |
| Area | 1,335 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 3.46 persons/acre | – |