Kayan Pur is a sizeable rural village situated in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the 2023 census conducted by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the village has a total population of 22,813, comprising 11,773 males and 11,040 females. Males make up 51.6 percent of the population, while females constitute 48.4 percent. The total land area of Kayan Pur is 3,375 acres, resulting in a population density of approximately 6.76 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Kayan Pur
The overall literacy rate in Kayan Pur is 55.1 percent among residents aged 10 years and above, which is 6.31 percentage points lower than the Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy stands at 58.5 percent, below the district male average of 67.28 percent by 8.78 percentage points. Female literacy is 51.3 percent, also below the district female average of 55.27 percent by 3.97 percentage points. While slightly under the district norms, these figures indicate a relatively strong educational base in a rural context.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
The educational qualifications of the residents are distributed as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 2,283 males and 1,774 females
- Matric but below Degree: 941 males and 711 females
- Degree and above: 219 males and 152 females
These figures show a solid number of residents completing education beyond primary level, with more than 2,000 individuals having at least a matric-level qualification.
Religious and Age Composition
Out of the total population, 22,725 individuals are Muslims, while 88 residents belong to other religions.
The population aged 10 years and above is 16,439, and those aged 18 years and older number 12,493.
The senior citizen population aged 60 and above is 999, which represents a substantial elderly community.
Kayan Pur presents a relatively balanced educational profile, with literacy rates that, while slightly below district averages, still reflect meaningful engagement with schooling. The significant number of adults with secondary and higher education suggests that continued efforts could bring the village closer to district-level academic performance.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 22,813 | – |
| Males | 11,773 (51.6%) | – |
| Females | 11,040 (48.4%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 55.1% | 6.31% below district |
| Male Literacy | 58.5% | 8.78% below district |
| Female Literacy | 51.3% | 3.97% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 12,493 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 999 | – |
| Area | 3,375 Acres | – |