Haridaspur - Gangarampur, Dakshin Dinajpur
Haridaspur is a village situated in the Gangarampur subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangarampur and around 44.3 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Jahangirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridaspur is 310683. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.47 hectares and falls under the 733124 pincode. Gangarampur is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Kushmandi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridaspur
As per Census 2011, Haridaspur village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 119 males and 105 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 59 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haridaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 119 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 25 | 34 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 90 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 29 | 32 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arazi Ilamtair | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Ramdebpur | South | 0.90 km |
| Jahangirpur | North | 1.01 km |
| Ilamtair | South-West | 1.28 km |
| Rasidpur | East | 1.40 km |
| Fayezpur | South | 1.90 km |
| Hekandair | South | 2.00 km |
| Mahurkismat | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Sultanpur | East | 2.21 km |
| Nandair | North-East | 2.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Haridaspur
Public transport in the Haridaspur is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gangarampur, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gangarampur to Haridaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Balurghat to Haridaspur is about 44.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 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 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haridaspur
Where is Haridaspur located?
Haridaspur village is located in Gangarampur Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haridaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur is Jahangirpur.
What is the pincode of Haridaspur?
The pincode of Haridaspur is 733124.
What is the population of Haridaspur?
Haridaspur has a total population of 224, including 119 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Haridaspur?
There are 49 households in Haridaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Haridaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridaspur is 72.77%. Male literacy is 75.63% and female literacy is 69.52%.