Locherla
Locherla is a village located in Therlam mandal of Vizianagaram district in Andhra Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Therlam (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Vizianagaram. As per 2009 stats, Locherla village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Locherla unique in its vibrant Therlam-Vizianagaram region. You’ll see Locherla’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Locherla
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Locherla is 582588. The village spans a total geographical area of 611 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 535126. Bobbili is nearest town to Locherla village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Locherla
Population of Locherla
According to the 2011 Census, Locherla has a total population of about 3,368, with approximately 1,678 males and 1,690 females. The sex ratio is around 1007 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 372 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 768 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 45.37%, with male literacy at about 54.71% and female literacy near 36.09%. There are around 853 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Locherla's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,368 | 1,678 | 1,690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 372 | 197 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 768 | 386 | 382 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,528 | 918 | 610 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,840 | 760 | 1,080 |
Connectivity of Locherla
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Locherla. As per the 2011 stats, Locherla had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Locherla
Knowing the nearby villages of Locherla helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Locherla.
Frequently Asked Questions about Locherla
- Where is Locherla located?
- Locherla village is situated in Therlam Mandal, within the Vizianagaram district of Andhra Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Locherla?
- Locherla serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Locherla?
- The pincode of Locherla is 535126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Locherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Locherla is 3,368, with 1,678 males and 1,690 females.
- How many households are there in Locherla as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Locherla village has a total of 853 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Locherla as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Locherla is 45.37%. The male literacy rate is 54.71%, while the female literacy rate is 36.09%.