Lotheru - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Lotheru is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from Araku Valley and around 126 km from Visakhapatnam. Lotheru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lotheru is 583985. The village covers a total geographical area of 270 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 126 km away.
Lotheru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Lotheru
As per Census 2011, Lotheru village has a total population of 757 people, consisting of 359 males and 398 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 342 literate and 415 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 744 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lotheru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 757 | 359 | 398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 744 | 355 | 389 |
| Literate Population | 342 | 198 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 415 | 161 | 254 |
Nearby Villages of Lotheru
Lotheru 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 Lotheru
Lotheru is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Lotheru is about 126 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lotheru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lotheru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lotheru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lotheru village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lotheru
Where is Lotheru located?
Lotheru village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lotheru?
Lotheru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lotheru?
The pincode of Lotheru is 531149.
What is the population of Lotheru?
Lotheru has a total population of 757, including 359 males and 398 females.
How many households are there in Lotheru?
There are 163 households in Lotheru.
What is the literacy rate in Lotheru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lotheru is 45.18%. Male literacy is 55.15% and female literacy is 36.18%.