Jalal Abad 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 11,449 individuals, including 5,769 males and 5,680 females. Males constitute 50.4 percent, while females make up 49.6 percent of the population. The total land area of Jalal Abad is 4,062 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.82 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Jalal Abad
The literacy rate of Jalal Abad is 54.2 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a gap of -7.21 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 62.4 percent, slightly below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -4.88 points. Female literacy is 45.7 percent, which is lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -9.57 points. While there is a gender gap of about 17 percentage points within the village, the overall literacy performance shows moderate educational development with room for improvement, particularly in female education.
Educational Achievements
- Primary but below Matric: 1,345 males and 1,012 females
- Matric but below Degree: 783 males and 420 females
- Degree and above: 184 males and 176 females
These numbers show a notable pattern where female participation remains relatively strong through primary education but drops significantly at the matriculation level. However, an encouraging sign is that 176 women have achieved degree-level education, nearly matching the 184 men at this level. This suggests that while there are challenges in retaining girls through secondary education, those who do continue often pursue higher education successfully.
Religious and Age Composition
Out of the total population of Jalal Abad, there are 11,364 Muslims, while 85 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 8,177. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 6,267, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 756. This shows a community with a strong working-age demographic and a modest elderly segment.
Jalal Abad village presents a moderate educational profile: with overall literacy at 54.2 percent, the village falls somewhat short of district standards but demonstrates reasonable educational progress. The near-parity in degree-holding women and men (176 vs 184) is particularly encouraging, indicating that higher education opportunities are accessible to committed female students. The main challenge lies in improving retention rates during secondary education, especially for girls. Targeted interventions to support students through the critical matriculation phase could significantly enhance the village’s overall educational outcomes.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 11,449 | – |
| Males | 5,769 (50.4%) | – |
| Females | 5,680 (49.6%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 54.2% | 7.21% below district |
| Male Literacy | 62.4% | 4.88% below district |
| Female Literacy | 45.7% | 9.57% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 6,267 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 756 | – |
| Area | 4,062 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.82 persons/acre | – |