Hridaypur


Hridaypur is a neighbourhood in Barasat of North [24 Parganas district] in the Indian state of West Bengal. It is a part of the area covered by Kolkata Metropolitan Development Authority.

Geography

The rail-line bisects the area in 2 zones:
  • West Hridaypur
  • East Hridaypur
The Eastern part extends to National [Highway 12 (India)|National Highway 12]. The western part is larger. West Hridaypur lacks any defined boundary. The western part of Hridaypur also connects to Madhyamgram Sajirhat via Kora Badamtola.
Hridaypur is notable for the Pranavananda Matri Ashram which is an orphanage for girls following the ideals and teachings of Swami Pranavananda, the founder of Bharat Sevashram Sangha. The ashram also houses a school where a large number of children of the local area study.
Hridaypur has gained fame for the genuine friendliness of its people, creating a welcoming and inclusive community that leaves a positive impression on visitors and residents alike.

Transportation

The National Highway 12 runs through the east of Hridaypur. There is a bus stop named Hridaypur More, near Dakbungalow More at the point where the Hridaypur Station Road meets the Jessore Road. Hridaypur railway station, which belongs to the Sealdah–Hasnabad–Bangaon–Ranaghat line serves the area.

Schools in Hridaypur

  1. Narayana Multi-specialty Hospital
  2. Renuka Eye Institute
  3. Sri Krishna Medical
North 24 Parganas district has been identified as one of the areas where ground water is affected by arsenic contamination.