Haridaspur - Kakatpur, Puri
Haridaspur is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Kundhei serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridaspur is 409158. The village covers a total geographical area of 133 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Nimapada is the nearest town, located about 25 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 Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridaspur
As per Census 2011, Haridaspur village has a total population of 1,010 people, consisting of 523 males and 487 females. The village has 261 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 791 literate and 219 illiterate residents. Additionally, 300 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haridaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,010 | 523 | 487 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 300 | 145 | 155 |
| Literate Population | 791 | 436 | 355 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 87 | 132 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chhotarapur | South-West | 0.89 km |
| Deuli | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Naranpur | North-West | 1.20 km |
| Tarat | West | 1.34 km |
| Sriramapur | East | 1.59 km |
| Bajapur | South-East | 1.60 km |
| Kakatpur | North | 1.61 km |
| Kundhei | South | 1.89 km |
| Naruasankareswar | South | 1.95 km |
| Sadenga | North-West | 2.04 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 Jhankad Sarala Road, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nimapada to Haridaspur is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Haridaspur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 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 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Haridaspur
Where is Haridaspur located?
Haridaspur village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haridaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur is Kundhei.
What is the pincode of Haridaspur?
The pincode of Haridaspur is 752118.
What is the population of Haridaspur?
Haridaspur has a total population of 1,010, including 523 males and 487 females.
How many households are there in Haridaspur?
There are 261 households in Haridaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Haridaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridaspur is 78.32%. Male literacy is 83.37% and female literacy is 72.90%.