Is it true that the occipital lobe houses visual area controlling eyesight?

Yes. This is true.

The occipital lobe is located at the back of the brain and plays a crucial role in processing visual information. It contains the primary visual cortex, which is responsible for receiving, interpreting and processing visual signals from the eyes. The primary visual cortex is also known as Brodmann area 17 or V1.

The occipital lobe processes information about form, colour and movement, and it helps us to recognise objects, navigate our surroundings and interact with the visual world around us. Damage to the occipital lobe can result in visual impairments, such as blind spots or an inability to recognise certain objects.