Molvi Atta is a village which is situated in Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala of Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. According to the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics 2023 census, this tiny settlement has just 565 residents, comprising 278 males and 287 females. Females form the majority at 50.8 percent while males constitute 49.2 percent of the population. The settlement covers 159 acres (0.64 square kilometers), representing just 0.02 percent of Multan District’s total area of 3,720 square kilometers. With a population density of 3.55 persons per acre, Molvi Atta shows relatively high concentration for such a small settlement. The village accounts for merely 0.01 percent of Multan District’s population.
Remarkable Educational Achievement in Molvi Atta Village
The literacy rate stands at an outstanding 62.7 percent for the population aged 10 years and above, actually exceeding Multan District’s 61.41 percent literacy rate by 1.29 percentage points. Male literacy reaches 70.6 percent, surpassing the district average of 67.28 percent by 3.32 percentage points. Female literacy is 54.3 percent, nearly matching the district average of 55.27 percent with only a 0.97 percentage point gap. This makes Molvi Atta one of the most educated settlements despite its tiny size. Educational attainment shows 56 males and 54 females completed primary but below matric education. At matric but below degree level, 25 males and 6 females qualified. Higher education includes 2 males and 1 female with degrees.
Community Composition
All 565 residents follow Islam, showing complete religious homogeneity. Molvi Atta has 378 residents aged 10 years and above, forming the literate-eligible population. Adults aged 18 years and above number 282, representing the working-age group. Senior citizens aged 60 years and above total 40 individuals.
Despite its tiny size, this village demonstrates exceptional educational achievement with literacy rates exceeding district averages. This remarkable success shows what even the smallest settlements can achieve with proper educational commitment and resources.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 565 | 0.01% of district |
| Males | 278 (49.2%) | – |
| Females | 287 (50.8%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 62.7% | 1.29% above district |
| Male Literacy | 70.6% | 3.32% above district |
| Female Literacy | 54.3% | 0.97% below district |
| Total Area (acres) | 159 | – |
| Total Area (sq km) | 0.64 | 0.02% of district |
| Density | 3.55/acre | – |