Hamid Pur Kanaura (also spelled as (Hamidpur Kanora) 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 24,863 individuals, including 12,820 males, and 12,038 females. Males constitute 51.6 percent, while females make up 48.4 percent of the population. The total land area of Hamid Pur Kanaura is 4,312 acres, giving it a population density of about 5.77 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Hamid Pur Kanaura
The literacy rate of Hamid Pur Kanaura is 34.6 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 -26.81 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 41.2 percent, substantially below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -26.08 points. Female literacy is 27.4 percent, which is significantly lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -27.87 points. These figures indicate extremely significant challenges in educational access and development across both genders, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive educational interventions to strengthen literacy outcomes and substantially bridge the very wide gap with district standards.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 2,052 males and 1,357 females
- Matric but below Degree: 555 males and 261 females
- Degree and above: 92 males and 43 females
These numbers show a steep decline in participation at higher educational levels, particularly among females. While 1,357 women have completed primary education, only 261 continue through to matriculation, and just 43 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 43 women with degrees, compared to 92 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 Hamid Pur Kanora, there are 24,771 Muslims, while 92 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 17,543. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 12,837, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 1,017. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Data Summary of Hamidpur Kanora
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 24,863 | – |
| Males | 12,820 (51.6%) | – |
| Females | 12,038 (48.4%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 34.6% | 26.81% below district |
| Male Literacy | 41.2% | 26.08% below district |
| Female Literacy | 27.4% | 27.87% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 12,837 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 1,017 | – |
| Area | 4,312 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 5.77 persons/acre | – |