Haridaspur - Bhograi, Balasore
Haridaspur is a village situated in the Bhograi tehsil of Balasore district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from Bhograi and around 77 km from Baleshwar. Deula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridaspur is 391606. The village covers a total geographical area of 99 hectares and falls under the 756036 pincode. Jaleswar is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Haridaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhograi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balasore Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Haridaspur village had a total population of 487 people, including 239 males and 248 females, living in 135 households. The sex ratio was 1,038 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.52%, with male literacy at 99.07% and female literacy at 82.38%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 487 | 239 | 248 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 401 | 214 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 25 | 61 |
Nearby Villages of Haridaspur
Haridaspur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Harki | North | 0.82 km |
| Nasrabad | North-East | 1.01 km |
| Chakua | South-East | 1.17 km |
| Deula | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Kulida | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Mankunda | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Analia | East | 2.00 km |
| Balarampur | North | 2.08 km |
| Kalahi | South | 2.18 km |
| Sukasandha | South-East | 2.24 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haridaspur
Haridaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Tikra Ph, while the nearest airport is Behala Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jaleswar to Haridaspur is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baleshwar to Haridaspur is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haridaspur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haridaspur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Haridaspur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haridaspur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Haridaspur
Where is Haridaspur located?
Haridaspur village is located in Bhograi Tehsil, Balasore district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur is Deula.
What is the pincode of Haridaspur?
The pincode of Haridaspur is 756036.
What is the population of Haridaspur?
Haridaspur had a total population of 487, including 239 males and 248 females.
How many households are there in Haridaspur?
Haridaspur had 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haridaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridaspur was 90.52%. Male literacy was 99.07% and female literacy was 82.38%.