Qasba Salis 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 5,504 individuals, including 2,691 males and 2,813 females. Males constitute 48.9 percent, while females make up 51.1 percent of the population. The total land area of Qasba Salis is 5,082 acres, giving it a population density of about 1.08 persons per acre, making it one of the most sparsely populated settlements in the region.
Education and Literacy Performance in Qasba Salis
The literacy rate of Qasba Salis is 31.1 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is considerably below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a negative gap of -30.31 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 38.6 percent, substantially below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -28.68 points. Female literacy is 23.8 percent, which is significantly lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -31.47 points. These figures indicate extremely significant challenges in educational access and development across both genders, highlighting the urgent and critical need for comprehensive educational interventions to strengthen literacy outcomes and substantially bridge the very wide gap with district standards.
Academic Achievement Levels
- Primary but below Matric: 417 males and 290 females
- Matric but below Degree: 208 males and 85 females
- Degree and above: 39 males and 23 females
These numbers show a steep decline in participation at higher educational levels, particularly among females. While 290 women have completed primary education, only 85 continue through to matriculation, and just 23 achieve degree-level qualifications. The dramatic drop-off at each educational stage suggests severe challenges in retention and access to higher education. The presence of only 23 women with degrees, compared to 39 men, indicates that while pathways to higher education exist within the community, they are extremely limited and require substantial expansion and dedicated support to improve educational outcomes and reduce the significant gender disparity in educational attainment.
Demographics and Religious Composition
Out of the total population of Qasba Salis, there are 5,496 Muslims, while 8 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 4,003. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 2,936, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 370. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a modest elderly segment.
Key Statistical Overview
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,504 | – |
| Males | 2,691 (48.9%) | – |
| Females | 2,813 (51.1%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 31.1% | 30.31% below district |
| Male Literacy | 38.6% | 28.68% below district |
| Female Literacy | 23.8% | 31.47% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 2,936 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 370 | – |
| Area | 5,082 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 1.08 persons/acre | – |