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{{Infobox settlement
| name = Adaspur
| native_name = ଅଡ଼ସପୁର (Odia)
| settlement_type = Village
| pushpin_map = India Odisha#India
| pushpin_label_position= right
| pushpin_map_caption = Location in Odisha, India
| coordinates = {{coord|20.222113|86.011169|display=inline,title}}
| subdivision_type = Country
| subdivision_name = India
| subdivision_type1 = State
| subdivision_name1 = Odisha
| subdivision_type2 = District
| subdivision_name2 = Cuttack
| subdivision_type3 = Block
| subdivision_name3 = Kantapada
| government_type = Odisha Government
| population_total = 8000
| population_as_of = estimated 2023
| elevation_m = 20
| timezone1 = IST
| utc_offset1 = +5:30
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'''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 (Odisha)|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 ==
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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Prachi Valley Civilization |url=https://www.odishatourism.gov.in/content/tourism/en/discover/attractions/prachi-valley.html |website=Odisha Tourism |access-date=2025-03-21}}</ref> 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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=The Somavamshis of Odisha |url=https://puratattva.in/2011/10/07/the-somavamshis-of-odisha-1076 |website=Puratattva |access-date=2025-03-21}}</ref> 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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Baraha Nrusingha Temple |url=https://cuttack.nic.in/tourist-places/ |website=Cuttack District Administration |access-date=2025-03-21}}</ref> Further historical records are needed to substantiate these claims.

== Geography ==
Adaspur is located at {{coord|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 ==
* '''Baraha Nrusingha Temple''': A temple dedicated to Lord Nrusingha, recognized by Odisha Tourism. [[File:BarahaNrusinghaTemple Adaspur Outside.jpg|thumb|Baraha Nrusingha Temple at Bedhasahi, Adaspur]]
* '''Tara Pokhari''': A local pond with cultural importance.

== Institutions ==
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.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Odisha: College girl found hanging in private hostel room |url=https://www.edexlive.com/news/2022/Oct/26/odisha-college-girl-found-hanging-in-private-hostel-room-31857.html |website=EdexLive |date=26 October 2022 |access-date=2025-03-21}}</ref> In 2021, 27 students tested positive for COVID-19.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Odisha: 27 students of Udayanath Autonomous College test COVID positive |url=https://sambadenglish.com/odisha-27-students-of-udayanath-autonomous-college-test-covid-positive/ |website=Sambad English |date=7 July 2022 |access-date=2025-03-21}}</ref>
* '''[[Prachi Academy]]''': An educational institution in the village.

== Transport ==
[[State Highway 60 (Odisha)|State Highway 60]] (SH-60) passes through Adaspur, linking it to [[Bhubaneswar]], [[Puri]], and [[Konark]]. Vehicles in Odisha use the registration code "OD."

== Demographics ==
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 language|Odia]], and the village is governed by the [[Government of Odisha]]. An Odia individual Biswatma Nayak from Adaspur village developed the app "Chingari," gaining investor attention.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Odia boy who developed Tik Tok desi alternative app Chingari catches eye of investors |url=https://www.orissapost.com/odia-boy-who-developed-tik-tok-desi-alternative-app-chingari-catches-eye-of-investors/ |website=Orissa Post |date=30 June 2020 |access-date=2025-03-21}}</ref>

== References ==
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[[Category:Populated places in Odisha]]

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DonteOnslow6 at 19:54, 20 January 2026