Khair Pur is a large village located in Tehsil Multan City of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the 2023 census conducted by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, the total population of Khair Pur is 13,524, comprising 6,861 males and 6,663 females. Males represent 50.7 percent of the population, while females account for 49.3 percent. The settlement covers 1,155 acres of land, giving it a population density of about 11.70 persons per acre.
Educational Statistics in Khair Pur
The literacy rate in Khair Pur is 57.1 percent among the population aged 10 years and above, which is 4.31 percentage points lower than the overall Multan District average of 61.41 percent. Male literacy is recorded at 61.8 percent, which is 5.48 percentage points below the district male average of 67.28 percent. Female literacy is 52.1 percent, also 3.17 percentage points behind the district female average of 55.27 percent. While Khair Pur shows moderate progress, both male and female literacy rates remain slightly under district levels.
Educational Qualifications Breakdown
The distribution of educational qualifications among residents is as follows:
- Primary but below Matric: 1,066 males and 895 females
- Matric but below Degree: 926 males and 709 females
- Degree and above: 539 males and 434 females
The figures demonstrate a reasonable base in primary and matric education, with over 900 males and 700 females having studied up to matric but below degree. The number of degree holders—particularly females—is encouraging for a rural settlement.
Religious and Age Composition
Out of the total 13,524 residents, 12,788 are Muslims, while 736 individuals belong to other religions.
The population aged 10 years and above is 10,388.
Adults aged 18 years and above number 7,578.
There are 629 senior citizens aged 60 years and above, representing a stable elderly community in the village.
Khair Pur village reflects steady educational development, though its literacy levels fall slightly short of district averages. The presence of a sizeable number of matriculates and degree holders, including women, indicates a growing awareness of the importance of education. With improved educational access, this town has the potential to match and surpass district averages in the near future.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 13,524 | – |
| Males | 6,861 (50.7%) | – |
| Females | 6,663 (49.3%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 57.1% | 4.31% below district |
| Male Literacy | 61.8% | 5.48% below district |
| Female Literacy | 52.1% | 3.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 7,578 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 629 | – |
| Area | 1,155 Acres | – |