Dera Muhammadi (Budhu Malik) is a large rural settlement / town situated in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. As per the 2023 Pakistan Bureau of Statistics census, this town has a population of 32,033 individuals, including 16,551 males and 15,481 females. Males constitute 51.7 percent of the population, while females make up 48.3 percent. The village covers 3,419 acres of land, giving it a population density of approximately 9.37 persons per acre, indicating a densely populated rural area.
Literacy Rate in Dera Muhammadi (Budhu Malik)
The literacy rate in Dera Muhammadi (Budhu Malik) is 48.9 percent for residents aged 10 years and above, which is 12.51 percentage points below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy is recorded at 53.3 percent—13.98 percentage points less than the district average of 67.28 percent. Female literacy stands at 44.1 percent, which is 11.17 percentage points lower than the district female average of 55.27 percent. These figures suggest significant room for educational improvement in both genders, particularly among women.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
Educational levels attained in this town are as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 3,324 males and 2,493 females
- Matric but below Degree: 1,566 males and 1,177 females
- Degree and above: 404 males and 304 females
While a considerable number of residents have completed primary and matric levels, progression to degree-level education remains limited, especially for females.
Religious and Age Composition
Out of 32,033 residents, 31,980 follow Islam, and 53 belong to other religions.
The number of individuals aged 10 years and above is 23,394.
Adults aged 18 years and above are 17,577 in number, forming a large segment of the active workforce.
The senior citizen population (aged 60 years and above) is 1,257, highlighting a moderate elderly demographic in the village.
Although Dera Muhammadi (Budhu Malik) is one of the most populated rural settlements in Multan District, its literacy levels are below average. The educational statistics point to an urgent need for both infrastructural development and awareness campaigns to uplift the literacy rate, particularly among women.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 32,033 | – |
| Males | 16,551 (51.7%) | – |
| Females | 15,481 (48.3%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 48.9% | 12.51% below district |
| Male Literacy | 53.3% | 13.98% below district |
| Female Literacy | 44.1% | 11.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 17,577 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 1,257 | – |
| Area | 3,419 Acres | – |