Qasba Sani is a large 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 19,274 individuals, including 9,760 males and 9,514 females. Males constitute 50.6 percent, while females make up 49.4 percent of the population. The total land area of Qasba Sani is 7,372 acres, giving it a population density of about 2.61 persons per acre.
Literacy Rate in Qasba Sani
The literacy rate of Qasba Sani is 40.5 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 -20.91 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 49.6 percent, substantially below the district male average (67.28 percent) by -17.68 points. Female literacy is 31.1 percent, which is significantly lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -24.17 points. These figures indicate very significant challenges in educational access and development across both genders, highlighting the critical need for comprehensive educational interventions to strengthen literacy outcomes and substantially bridge the wide gap with district standards.
Educational Attainment Breakdown
- Primary but below Matric: 2,151 males and 1,331 females
- Matric but below Degree: 767 males and 416 females
- Degree and above: 157 males and 62 females
These numbers show a marked decline in participation at higher educational levels, particularly among females. While 1,331 women have completed primary education, only 416 continue through to matriculation, and just 62 achieve degree-level qualifications. The significant drop-off at each educational stage suggests considerable challenges in retention and access to higher education. The presence of only 62 women with degrees, compared to 157 men, indicates that while pathways to higher education exist within the community, they are limited and require substantial expansion and dedicated support to improve educational outcomes and reduce the significant gender disparity in educational attainment.
Religious and Age Demographics
Out of the total population of Qasba Sani, there are 19,211 Muslims, while 63 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 14,428. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 10,759, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 1,161. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a healthy elderly segment.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 19,274 | – |
| Males | 9,760 (50.6%) | – |
| Females | 9,514 (49.4%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 40.5% | 20.91% below district |
| Male Literacy | 49.6% | 17.68% below district |
| Female Literacy | 31.1% | 24.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 10,759 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 1,161 | – |
| Area | 7,372 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 2.61 persons/acre | – |