Wahi Sandila lies within Tehsil Jalalpur Pirwala, Multan District, Punjab Province, Pakistan. The 2023 census by Pakistan Bureau of Statistics counted 5,468 residents, including 2,852 males and 2,616 females. Males constitute 52.2 percent of the population. The village covers 1,425 acres, giving a population density of 3.84 persons per acre, making it relatively densely populated compared to other villages in the area.
Educational Challenges in Wahi Sandila
Literacy in Wahi Sandila remains low at 29.4 percent for the population aged 10 years and above. Males show 35.8 percent literacy against females at 22.4 percent, indicating educational disparities. Primary but below matric education was achieved by 416 males and 271 females. Matric but below degree qualification belongs to 108 males and 52 females. Only 16 males and 4 females hold degrees or above, highlighting limited access to higher education facilities.
Age and Religious Demographics
The religious breakdown shows 5,462 Muslims and 6 people of other faiths. Wahi Sandila has 3,783 residents aged 10 years and above, forming the base for literacy statistics. The adult population of 18 years and above totals 2,745, representing the working population. Senior citizens aged 60 years and above number 265 individuals. The 1,425 acres of land supports agricultural activities, though the relatively high population density presents challenges for land distribution among residents.