Haridebpur - Diamond Harbour - I, South 24 Parganas
Haridebpur is a village situated in the Diamond Harbour - I subdivision of South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.2 km from Diamond Harbour and around 39.7 km from Alipore. Parulia serves as the Gram Panchayat for Haridebpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Haridebpur is 334338. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.43 hectares and falls under the 743331 pincode. Diamond Harbour is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Haridebpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Diamond harbour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Diamond Harbour Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Haridebpur
According to the 2011 Census, Haridebpur village had a total population of 1,321 people, including 682 males and 639 females, living in 274 households. The sex ratio was 937 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.39%, with male literacy at 62.69% and female literacy at 55.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 1,321 | 682 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 198 | 103 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 667 | 363 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 319 | 335 |
Nearby Villages of Haridebpur
Haridebpur 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 Haridebpur
Haridebpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Haridebpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Diamond Harbour to Haridebpur is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Alipore to Haridebpur is about 39.7 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Haridebpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Haridebpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Haridebpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Haridebpur 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Haridebpur
Where is Haridebpur located?
Haridebpur village is located in Diamond Harbour - I Subdivision, South 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Haridebpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Haridebpur is Parulia.
What is the pincode of Haridebpur?
The pincode of Haridebpur is 743331.
What is the population of Haridebpur?
Haridebpur had a total population of 1,321, including 682 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Haridebpur?
Haridebpur had 274 households.
What is the literacy rate in Haridebpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Haridebpur was 59.39%. Male literacy was 62.69% and female literacy was 55.88%.