Kammun Khor is a small rural village situated in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. As per the 2023 census conducted by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the total population of Kammun Khor is 2,221 individuals, including 1,127 males and 1,094 females. Males account for 50.7 percent of the population while females constitute 49.3 percent. The total land area of the village is 61 acres, which makes Kamun Khor one of the most densely populated villages in the area with 36.42 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Kammun Khor
The literacy rate of Kammun Khor is 66.6 percent among residents aged 10 years and older, which is 5.19 percentage points higher than the overall Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy is 68.9 percent, surpassing the district male average of 67.28 percent by 1.62 percentage points. Female literacy is 64.3 percent, which is significantly above the district female average of 55.27 percent by 9.03 percentage points. This balanced and strong literacy performance places Kamon Khor above many rural settlements in terms of education, particularly for women.
The distribution of educational qualifications in the village is as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 314 males and 296 females
- Matric but below Degree: 181 males and 170 females
- Degree and above: 43 males and 27 females
The figures highlight a healthy spread across all levels of education, showing that both males and females participate actively in schooling and higher education, though degree-level attainment remains limited.
Community Structure
Out of 2,221 total residents, 2,200 identify as Muslims, while 21 follow other religions.
The population aged 10 years and above is 1,687.
The adult population aged 18 years and above is 1,272.
Senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 116, showing a modest elderly community.
This village demonstrates an encouraging educational profile, with literacy rates above district averages for both genders. The village particularly excels in female literacy, highlighting strong inclusivity in education. Despite its small size and high population density, Kammun Khor stands out as an educationally progressive rural community.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,221 | – |
| Males | 1,127 (50.7%) | – |
| Females | 1,094 (49.3%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 66.6% | 5.19% above district |
| Male Literacy | 68.9% | 1.62% above district |
| Female Literacy | 64.3% | 9.03% above district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 1,272 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 116 | – |
| Area | 61 Acres | – |