R.Locharla - Roddam, Sri Sathya Sai
R.Locharla is a village situated in the Roddam mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 5 km from Roddam and around 90 km from Anantapur. R.Locharla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of R.Locharla is 595336. The village covers a total geographical area of 1439 hectares and falls under the 515123 pincode. Hindupur is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
R.Locharla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of R.Locharla
As per Census 2011, R.Locharla village has a total population of 2,264 people, consisting of 1,163 males and 1,101 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 281 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,012 literate and 1,252 illiterate residents. Additionally, 759 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for R.Locharla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,264 | 1,163 | 1,101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 281 | 146 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 759 | 372 | 387 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,012 | 608 | 404 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,252 | 555 | 697 |
Nearby Villages of R.Locharla
R.Locharla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bucharla | North-West | 2.54 km |
| Jakkalacheruvu | North | 4.41 km |
| Roddam | South-West | 5.72 km |
| Thurakalapatnam | South-East | 5.74 km |
| Roddakampalle | West | 5.86 km |
| Hussainpura | North-East | 6.04 km |
| Naranagepalle | North-West | 6.04 km |
| Kogira | North-East | 6.63 km |
| Peddipalle | South-East | 7.53 km |
| Ryapte (ryaade) | North | 7.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of R.Locharla
R.Locharla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Penukonda, while the nearest airport is Kempegowda International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 80.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hindupur to R.Locharla is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to R.Locharla is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in R.Locharla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for R.Locharla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in R.Locharla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving R.Locharla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about R.Locharla
Where is R.Locharla located?
R.Locharla village is located in Roddam Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of R.Locharla?
R.Locharla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of R.Locharla?
The pincode of R.Locharla is 515123.
What is the population of R.Locharla?
R.Locharla has a total population of 2,264, including 1,163 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in R.Locharla?
There are 479 households in R.Locharla.
What is the literacy rate in R.Locharla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R.Locharla is 44.70%. Male literacy is 52.28% and female literacy is 36.69%.