Altikon facts for kids

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Altikon Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Altikon Location in Canton of Zurich Show map of Canton of Zurich
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Zurich
District	Winterthur
Area
• Total	7.7 km2 (3.0 sq mi)
Elevation	393 m (1,289 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	701
• Density	91.0/km2 (235.8/sq mi)
Postal code	8321
Surrounded by	Dinhard, Ellikon an der Thur, Neunforn (TG), Rickenbach, Thalheim an der Thur, Uesslingen-Buch (TG)

Altikon is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Winterthur district within the canton of Zürich. Altikon is a peaceful place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.

History of Altikon

Altikon was first mentioned in official records way back in the year 1277. At that time, its name was written as Altlincon. This shows that the town has been around for a very long time!

Geography and Nature

An aerial view of Altikon from 1923, taken by Walter Mittelholzer.

Altikon covers an area of about 7.7 square kilometers (about 3 square miles). A large part of this land, nearly 70%, is used for farming. This means there are many fields and farms around the town.

About 20% of Altikon's land is covered by forests. These green areas are great for nature and provide homes for many animals. The rest of the land includes buildings, roads, and natural features like rivers.

The village of Altikon is found on the southern side of the Thur River. It sits where an old road along the Thur River meets a main road going north and south. The municipality of Altikon includes the main village and a smaller area called Schneit.

People and Life in Altikon

Altikon has a population of about 700 people. A small part of the population, about 4%, are people from other countries. Most people in Altikon speak German, which is the main language.

Who Lives in Altikon?

In Altikon, about 29% of the people are children and teenagers (under 20 years old). About 59% are adults between 20 and 64 years old. The remaining 12% are seniors, who are over 64 years old.

Many adults in Altikon have finished their education beyond high school. This includes people who went to university or other higher education schools.

Jobs and Work

Altikon has a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who want to work can find jobs. Many people work in farming, which is called the primary economic sector. There are also some jobs in manufacturing and construction (the secondary sector).

The tertiary sector includes jobs in services, like shops, offices, and other businesses that help people. Many people in Altikon work full-time, but a good number also work part-time.

Religion in Altikon

Most people in Altikon are Protestant, especially belonging to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller group of people are Catholic. There are also some people who follow other religions or do not have a religion.

Population Over Time

The number of people living in Altikon has changed over many years. Here is a look at how the population has grown:

Getting Around: Transport

The Thalheim-Altikon railway station is very close to Altikon. It is served by the Zurich S-Bahn line S29. This train line connects Altikon to bigger towns like Winterthur and Stein am Rhein, making it easy for people to travel.

See also

In Spanish: Altikon para niños