Kothiwala Shumali is a 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 10,746 individuals, including 5,478 males and 5,268 females. Males constitute 51.0 percent, while females make up 49.0 percent of the population. The total land area of Kothiwala Shumali is 3,169 acres, giving it a population density of about 3.39 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Kothiwala Shumali
The literacy rate of Kothiwala Shumali is 48.0 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a gap of -13.41 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 55.6 percent, significantly below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -11.68 points. Female literacy is 40.2 percent, which is substantially lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -15.07 points. This considerable deficit across both genders highlights systemic educational challenges in the village, with women facing particularly limited access to educational opportunities.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 1,090 males and 801 females
- Matric but below Degree: 722 males and 420 females
- Degree and above: 120 males and 123 females
These numbers reveal an interesting pattern where female participation declines significantly at the matriculation level, with only 420 women reaching this stage compared to 722 men. However, remarkably, 123 women have achieved degree-level education, actually surpassing the 120 men at this level. This suggests that while there are substantial barriers preventing girls from completing secondary education, those women who do persist through matriculation often continue to pursue higher education successfully, demonstrating strong academic commitment.
Community Composition
Out of the total population of Kothi Wala Shumali, there are 10,544 Muslims, while 202 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 7,734. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 5,995, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 701. This shows a community with a strong working-age demographic and a modest elderly segment.
Kothy Wala Shumali presents a mixed educational picture: while overall literacy falls considerably short of district standards for both men and women, the village demonstrates notable progress in higher education for women. The fact that more women than men hold degrees (123 vs 120) is particularly encouraging and suggests evolving attitudes toward female education. The primary challenge lies in improving retention rates during secondary education, especially for girls.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,746 | – |
| Males | 5,478 (51.0%) | – |
| Females | 5,268 (49.0%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 48.0% | 13.41% below district |
| Male Literacy | 55.6% | 11.68% below district |
| Female Literacy | 40.2% | 15.07% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 5,995 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 701 | – |
| Area | 3,169 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 3.39 persons/acre | – |