Sujan Pur 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 10,295 individuals, including 5,247 males and 5,048 females. Males constitute 51.0 percent, while females make up 49.0 percent of the population. The total land area of Sujan Pur is 2,353 acres, giving it a population density of about 4.38 pers per acre.
Literacy Rate in Sujan Pur
The literacy rate of Sujan Pur is 59.3 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. This is slightly below the Multan District average of 61.41 percent, reflecting a negative gap of -2.11 percentage points. Male literacy stands at 69.9 percent, notably above the district male average (67.28 percent) by +2.62 points. Female literacy is 48.1 percent, which is lower than the district female average (55.27 percent) by -7.17 points. While male literacy performance is commendable and exceeds district standards, there remains scope for improvement in female literacy to bring it closer to regional benchmarks.
Academic Achievement Levels
- Primary but below Matric: 1,073 males and 775 females
- Matric but below Degree: 614 males and 429 females
- Degree and above: 138 males and 168 females
These numbers reveal encouraging educational participation across both genders, with a remarkable pattern at the degree level. While female participation shows some decline from primary to matriculation level, the data demonstrates an impressive achievement where 168 women have completed degree-level education, actually surpassing the 138 men at this level. This represents a significant reversal of typical educational patterns and demonstrates that Sujanpur provides strong support and opportunities for women to pursue and successfully complete tertiary education, reflecting positive gender dynamics in higher educational attainment.
Religious and Age Demographics
Out of the total population of Sujan Pur, there are 10,252 Muslims, while 43 individuals belong to other faiths. The literacy-eligible population aged 10 years and above is 7,397. The adult population aged 18 years and above is 5,637, while senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 521. This shows a community with a substantial working-age demographic and a moderate elderly segment.
Data Summary
| Parameter | Value | District Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 10,295 | – |
| Males | 5,247 (51.0%) | – |
| Females | 5,048 (49.0%) | – |
| Literacy Rate | 59.3% | 2.11% below district |
| Male Literacy | 69.9% | 2.62% above district |
| Female Literacy | 48.1% | 7.17% below district |
| Adult Population (18+) | 5,637 | – |
| Senior Citizens (60+) | 521 | – |
| Area | 2,353 Acres | – |
| Population Density | ≈ 4.38 persons/acre | – |