Adaspur
Adaspur
ଅଡ଼ସପୁର (Odia) | |
|---|---|
Village | |
  Adaspur Location in Odisha, India  Adaspur Adaspur (India) | |
| Coordinates: 20°13′20″N 86°00′40″E / 20.222113°N 86.011169°E | |
| Country | India |
| State | Odisha |
| District | Cuttack |
| Block | Kantapada |
| Government | |
| • Type | Odisha Government |
| Elevation | 20 m (70 ft) |
| Population (estimated 2023) | |
• Total | 8,000 |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
Adaspur is a village in the Kantapada block of Cuttack district, Odisha, India. It is known for its historical significance, business activities, and cultural landmarks like the Baraha Nrusingha Temple and Tara Pokhari. The village is connected by State Highway 60 (SH-60) and is home to educational institutions such as Udayanath College of Science and Technology and Prachi Academy. Its population is approximately 8,000 as of 2023, according to local estimates.
History
[edit]Adaspur, historically known as "Ardharasapura" and "Attahasapur," lies along the Prachi River. It was part of the Prachi civilization, an ancient cultural region in eastern Odisha.[1] The Baraha Nrusingha Temple is a prominent historical site in the village. According to local tradition, the original temple was constructed in the 9th century AD by the Somavamshi dynasty, which ruled Odisha between the 9th and 12th centuries and is credited with building several temples in the region.[2] It is believed that the temple was later destroyed during an Islamic invasion, possibly linked to historical raids in eastern India, and was rebuilt by local residents between 1910 and 1920.[3] Further historical records are needed to substantiate these claims.
Geography
[edit]Adaspur is located at 20°13′20″N 86°00′40″E / 20.222113°N 86.011169°E, at an elevation of 20 meters above sea level, in the Kantapada block of Cuttack district. It is 29 km from Bhubaneswar, Odisha's capital, and 70 km from Puri. Nearby places include:
- Jayadeva Pitha – 2.7 km
- Nimapada – 24 km
- Jagatsinghpur – 27 km
- Astaranga – 44 km
- Konark – 46 km
Landmarks
[edit]- Baraha Nrusingha Temple: A temple dedicated to Lord Nrusingha, recognized by Odisha Tourism.
Baraha Nrusingha Temple at Bedhasahi, Adaspur - Tara Pokhari: A local pond with cultural importance.
Institutions
[edit]Adaspur hosts:
- Udayanath College of Science and Technology: A college for science and technology education. In 2022, a female student was found dead in a hostel near the college.[4] In 2021, 27 students tested positive for COVID-19.[5]
- Prachi Academy: An educational institution in the village.
Transport
[edit]State Highway 60 (SH-60) passes through Adaspur, linking it to Bhubaneswar, Puri, and Konark. Vehicles in Odisha use the registration code "OD."
Demographics
[edit]Adaspur’s population is estimated at 8,000 as of 2023, though no official census data supports this figure yet. The primary language is Odia, and the village is governed by the Government of Odisha. An Odia individual from Cuttack district, possibly linked to Adaspur, developed the app "Chingari," gaining investor attention.[6]
References
[edit]- ^ "Prachi Valley Civilization". Odisha Tourism. Retrieved 2025-03-21.
- ^ "The Somavamshis of Odisha". Puratattva. Retrieved 2025-03-21.
- ^ "Baraha Nrusingha Temple". Cuttack District Administration. Retrieved 2025-03-21.
- ^ "Odisha: College girl found hanging in private hostel room". EdexLive. Retrieved 2025-03-21.
- ^ "Odisha: 27 students of Udayanath Autonomous College test COVID positive". Sambad English. Retrieved 2025-03-21.
- ^ "Odia boy who developed Tik Tok desi alternative app Chingari catches eye of investors". Orissa Post. Retrieved 2025-03-21.
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