Khoja is a village situated in Tehsil Shujabad of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this settlement has a total population of 15,285 individuals, including 7,878 males and 7,407 females. Males constitute 51.5 percent, while females make up 48.5 percent of the population. The total land area of Khoja village is 3,556 acres, giving it a population density of about 4.30 persons per acre.
Literacy Standards in Khoja Village
The literacy rate of Khoja is 56.6 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a negative gap of -4.81 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 69.5 percent, slightly above the district male average (67.28 percent) by +2.22 points. Female literacy is 43.1 percent, which is significantly lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -12.17 points. While male literacy performance exceeds district standards, there remains considerable scope for improvement in female education to fully align with regional benchmarks and strengthen overall educational outcomes within the community.
Educational Qualification Statistics
- Primary but below Matric: 2,188 males and 1,307 females
- Matric but below Degree: 838 males and 395 females
- Degree and above: 189 males and 126 females
These figures reveal solid educational participation across both genders. The data shows encouraging female engagement at all educational stages, with 1,307 women completing primary education, 395 reaching matriculation, and 126 achieving degree-level qualifications. While there is some decline in female participation from primary to higher levels, the presence of 126 women with degrees represents substantial achievement and demonstrates meaningful progress toward gender parity. This shows that this village provides supportive pathways for women to pursue and successfully complete higher education, though continued efforts to enhance opportunities would further strengthen educational outcomes at advanced academic levels.
Population Characteristics of Khoja
Out of the total population of Khoja, there are 15,271 Muslims, while 14 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 10,881. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 8,057, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 821. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Statistical Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 15,285 | – |
| Males | 7,878 (51.5%) | – |
| Females | 7,407 (48.5%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 56.6% | 4.81% below district |
| Male Literacy | 69.5% | 2.22% above district |
| Female Literacy | 43.1% | 12.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 8,057 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 821 | – |
| Area | 3,556 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 4.30 persons/acre | – |