Haridaspur - Potashpur - I, Purba Medinipur
Haridaspur is a village situated in the Potashpur - I subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Naipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridaspur is 344921. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.4 hectares and falls under the 721439 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Haridaspur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Haridaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Haridaspur village had a total population of 408 people, including 223 males and 185 females, living in 111 households. The sex ratio was 830 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.78%, with male literacy at 89.81% and female literacy at 78.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 95, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 408 | 223 | 185 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 8 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 323 | 185 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 38 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Haridaspur
Haridaspur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Haridaspur
Haridaspur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Egra to Haridaspur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. 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 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Haridaspur
Where is Haridaspur located?
Haridaspur village is located in Potashpur - I Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur is Naipur.
What is the pincode of Haridaspur?
The pincode of Haridaspur is 721439.
What is the population of Haridaspur?
Haridaspur had a total population of 408, including 223 males and 185 females.
How many households are there in Haridaspur?
Haridaspur had 111 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haridaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridaspur was 84.78%. Male literacy was 89.81% and female literacy was 78.86%.