Ocheri
Ocheri is a village located in Arakonam taluka of Vellore district in Tamil Nadu, India. Vellore and Arakonam are the district & sub-district headquarters of Ocheri village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Ocheri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Ocheri unique in its vibrant Arakonam-Vellore region. You’ll see Ocheri’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 Ocheri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ocheri is 630678. The village spans a total geographical area of 150.99 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 632531. Kaveripakkam is nearest town to Ocheri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ocheri village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sholingur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Arakkonam Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ocheri
Population of Ocheri
According to the 2011 Census, Ocheri has a total population of about 2,318, with approximately 1,161 males and 1,157 females. The sex ratio is around 996 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 251 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 441 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 6. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.93%, with male literacy at about 72.18% and female literacy near 57.65%. There are around 528 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ocheri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,318 | 1,161 | 1,157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 251 | 137 | 114 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 441 | 232 | 209 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,505 | 838 | 667 |
| Illiterate Population | 813 | 323 | 490 |
Connectivity of Ocheri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ocheri. As per the 2011 stats, Ocheri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 18 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ocheri
Knowing the nearby villages of Ocheri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ocheri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ocheri
- Where is Ocheri located?
- Ocheri village is situated in Arakonam Taluka, within the Vellore district of Tamil Nadu, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ocheri?
- Ocheri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ocheri?
- The pincode of Ocheri is 632531, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ocheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ocheri is 2,318, with 1,161 males and 1,157 females.
- How many households are there in Ocheri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ocheri village has a total of 528 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ocheri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ocheri is 64.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.18%, while the female literacy rate is 57.65%.