Haridaspur - Bongaon, North 24 Parganas
Haridaspur is a village situated in the Bongaon subdivision of North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from Bongaon and around 55.5 km from Barasat. Chhaighoria serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridaspur is 322562. The village covers a total geographical area of 268.83 hectares and falls under the 743405 pincode. Bangoan is the nearest town, located about 5 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 Bangaon Uttar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bangaon Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridaspur
As per Census 2011, Haridaspur village has a total population of 3,101 people, consisting of 1,605 males and 1,496 females. The village has 718 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 288 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,900 literate and 1,201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,306 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 19 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haridaspur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,101 | 1,605 | 1,496 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 288 | 140 | 148 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,306 | 1,166 | 1,140 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 1,900 | 1,051 | 849 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,201 | 554 | 647 |
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Khalitpur Chak | North-East | 0.98 km |
| Naraharipur | South-East | 1.12 km |
| Jayantipur | South-East | 1.37 km |
| Paikpara | North-West | 1.47 km |
| Khalitpur | South | 2.07 km |
| Chhaygharia | South | 2.64 km |
| Purbba Ramchandrapur | North | 2.70 km |
| Petrapol | South-East | 2.77 km |
| Bhashanpota | North-West | 2.99 km |
| Angarpukuria | North | 3.24 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 Bankim Nagar, while the nearest airport is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.5 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 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bangoan to Haridaspur is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Barasat to Haridaspur is about 55.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haridaspur
Where is Haridaspur located?
Haridaspur village is located in Bongaon Subdivision, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haridaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur is Chhaighoria.
What is the pincode of Haridaspur?
The pincode of Haridaspur is 743405.
What is the population of Haridaspur?
Haridaspur has a total population of 3,101, including 1,605 males and 1,496 females.
How many households are there in Haridaspur?
There are 718 households in Haridaspur.
What is the literacy rate in Haridaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridaspur is 61.27%. Male literacy is 65.48% and female literacy is 56.75%.