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 Grama 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
According to the 2011 Census, R.Locharla village had a total population of 2,264 people, including 1,163 males and 1,101 females, living in 479 households. The sex ratio was 947 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.03%, with male literacy at 59.78% and female literacy at 41.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 759, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 Grama Panchayat of R.Locharla?
R.Locharla is its own Grama Panchayat.
What is the pincode of R.Locharla?
The pincode of R.Locharla is 515123.
What is the population of R.Locharla?
R.Locharla had a total population of 2,264, including 1,163 males and 1,101 females.
How many households are there in R.Locharla?
R.Locharla had 479 households.
What is the literacy rate in R.Locharla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of R.Locharla was 51.03%. Male literacy was 59.78% and female literacy was 41.82%.