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.
Ocheri has its own place in the vibrant Vellore region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Ocheri as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ocheri village:
- The total population of Ocheri village is around 2,318, including approximately 1,161 males and 1,157 females, with a sex ratio of 996 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 251 children aged 0–6 years in Ocheri village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ocheri village has 441 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ocheri village is about 64.93%, with male literacy at 72.18% and female literacy at 57.65%.
- There are around 528 households in Ocheri village.
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%.