Haridangar - Potashpur - II, Purba Medinipur
Haridangar is a village situated in the Potashpur - II subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. Pataspur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridangar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridangar is 345063. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.92 hectares and falls under the 721439 pincode. Egra is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Haridangar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Patashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kanthi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridangar
As per Census 2011, Haridangar village has a total population of 725 people, consisting of 364 males and 361 females. The village has 169 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 85 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Haridangar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 725 | 364 | 361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 40 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 319 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 45 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Haridangar
Haridangar 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 Haridangar
Haridangar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Egra to Haridangar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haridangar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haridangar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Haridangar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haridangar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Haridangar
Where is Haridangar located?
Haridangar village is located in Potashpur - II Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haridangar?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridangar is Pataspur.
What is the pincode of Haridangar?
The pincode of Haridangar is 721439.
What is the population of Haridangar?
Haridangar has a total population of 725, including 364 males and 361 females.
How many households are there in Haridangar?
There are 169 households in Haridangar.
What is the literacy rate in Haridangar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridangar is 84.00%. Male literacy is 87.64% and female literacy is 80.33%.