Locherla - Therlam, Vizianagaram
Locherla is a village situated in the Therlam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Therlam and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Locherla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Locherla is 582588. The village covers a total geographical area of 611 hectares and falls under the 535126 pincode. Bobbili is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Locherla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Locherla
As per Census 2011, Locherla village has a total population of 3,368 people, consisting of 1,678 males and 1,690 females. The village has 853 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 372 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,528 literate and 1,840 illiterate residents. Additionally, 768 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Locherla are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Locherla
Locherla 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnayyapeta | South-East | 1.44 km |
| Chukkavalasa | East | 1.94 km |
| Amity | North | 2.07 km |
| Velagavalasa | South-West | 2.18 km |
| Venkatapuram | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Kavirayanivalasa | North-East | 2.36 km |
| Somidavalasa | South | 2.39 km |
| Panukuvalasa | South-East | 2.91 km |
| Therlam | West | 3.13 km |
| Pulleruvalasa | South | 3.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Locherla
Locherla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Batuva, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bobbili to Locherla is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Vizianagaram to Locherla is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Locherla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Locherla 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 Locherla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Locherla 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Locherla
Where is Locherla located?
Locherla village is located in Therlam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Locherla?
Locherla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Locherla?
The pincode of Locherla is 535126.
What is the population of Locherla?
Locherla has a total population of 3,368, including 1,678 males and 1,690 females.
How many households are there in Locherla?
There are 853 households in Locherla.
What is the literacy rate in Locherla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Locherla is 45.37%. Male literacy is 54.71% and female literacy is 36.09%.