A champion of 100% literacy rate and 0% crime rate, the village celebrated the International Literacy Day observed on Sept. 8 annually with people congratulating each other and appreciating school teachers for their firm commitment towards education. Rasool Pur has a population of 2,000-3,000 people, with most of its residents being ethnic Ahmadani Baloch. According to the Pakistan Social and Living Standards Measurement Survey, the literacy rate of the population was stagnant at 60% in 2019-20 since 2014-15. All women educated, no crimes recorded in past 100 yearsWhile explaining the social behavior of the people, Mehtaab Jahan shed light on the most important factor which contributed to the achievement of a 100 % literacy rate. Meanwhile, a 100% literacy rate is not the only achievement of the village.

Source: The Express Tribune September 07, 2021 10:41 UTC