Haridaspur - Tamluk, Purba Medinipur
Haridaspur is a village situated in the Tamluk subdivision of Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.6 km from Tamluk, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Anantapur-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridaspur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridaspur is 344485. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.64 hectares and falls under the 721653 pincode. Tamluk 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 Moyna Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tamluk Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridaspur
According to the 2011 Census, Haridaspur village had a total population of 721 people, including 380 males and 341 females, living in 173 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.32%, with male literacy at 96.50% and female literacy at 83.44%.
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 | 721 | 380 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 588 | 331 | 257 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 49 | 84 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Haridaspur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tamluk to Haridaspur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Tamluk to Haridaspur is about 14.6 km, with the usual travel time 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 >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Haridaspur
Where is Haridaspur located?
Haridaspur village is located in Tamluk Subdivision, Purba Medinipur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Haridaspur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridaspur is Anantapur-i.
What is the pincode of Haridaspur?
The pincode of Haridaspur is 721653.
What is the population of Haridaspur?
Haridaspur had a total population of 721, including 380 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Haridaspur?
Haridaspur had 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haridaspur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridaspur was 90.32%. Male literacy was 96.50% and female literacy was 83.44%.