Louisa is a town in Louisa County, Virginia. The population was 1,401 as of the 2000 census. It is the county seat of Louisa County. Louisa is the home of the North Anna Nuclear Power Station. It is the area's largest employer. The warm water produced by the power plant and released into the water of Lake Anna creates what many call Central Virginia's best fishing. Louisa is also home to Twin Oaks Community, an intentional community of about 100 people living on 465 acres. The biggest schools in Louisa are Thomas Jefferson Elementary and Trevilians Elementary. Louisa is nestled between Charlottesville and Richmond Virginia. Despite being close to these metropolitan areas, Louisa maintains its beautiful rural atmosphere. Although most conveniences are only a short drive, the county is not overcrowded. Louisa is also a great place to find small businesses that are made up of people that know your name not just your number. Louisa has it's own Chamber of Commerce and great resources for individuals, families and businesses alike.