Avusy facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Avusy
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 Avusy
Location in Switzerland
Avusy
Location in Canton of Geneva
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Geneva | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.17 km2 (2.00 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 410 m (1,350 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,391 | |
| • Density | 269.1/km2 (696.8/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1285
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| Surrounded by | Avully, Cartigny, Chancy, Laconnex, Soral, Viry (FR-74) | |
Avusy is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the canton of Geneva in Switzerland. It's a peaceful place in the countryside.
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A Glimpse into Avusy's Past
Avusy has a long history! We first hear about it way back in 1260. Back then, it was known as Avussie.
Exploring Avusy's Geography
Avusy covers an area of about 5.19 square kilometers (2 square miles). Most of this land, about 68.6%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 8.9% of the area.
About 21.8% of Avusy is developed with buildings and roads. A small part, 0.6%, is made up of rivers and lakes. The rest is land that isn't used for anything specific.
Avusy is located in the countryside, just outside the city of Geneva. It includes several small villages. These are Avusy-Village, Athenaz, Sézegnin, and the tiny settlement of Champlong.
There was once a settlement called Seingier between the 13th and 15th centuries. But it has since disappeared.
Villages and Sub-sections
The municipality of Avusy is made up of several smaller parts. These include Le Château, Les Creux-du-Loup, Le Pigeonnier, Les Gravières, and Le Renfort.
People and Population in Avusy
Avusy is home to about 1,391 people. About 14.1% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the last ten years, the population has grown by about 17%.
Most people in Avusy speak French. About 86.6% of the population uses French as their main language. German is the second most common language, followed by English.
In 2008, about 49% of the people were male and 51% were female. Many people, about 21.3%, were born in Avusy itself. Others were born elsewhere in Switzerland or outside the country.
How Avusy's Population Has Changed
The chart below shows how the number of people living in Avusy has changed over many years. You can see how the population has grown and shrunk at different times.
Homes and Households
In 2000, there were 430 private homes in Avusy. On average, about 2.7 people lived in each home. Many homes, about 22.1%, had only one person living in them.
Most of the buildings in Avusy are single-family homes. In 2000, about 72.3% of the buildings were homes for one family.
Interesting Sights in Avusy
The entire village of Sézegnin is a special place. It's recognized as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it has important historical or cultural value.
Avusy's Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Avusy was 4%. This means a small number of people were looking for jobs.
Many people in Avusy work in different areas:
- Agriculture: About 48 people work in farming.
- Manufacturing: About 43 people work in factories or making things.
- Services: About 72 people work in jobs like sales, restaurants, or education.
Most people who live in Avusy travel outside the town for work. About 74.4% of workers use a private car to get to their jobs. About 11.9% use public transportation.
Religion in Avusy
In 2000, many people in Avusy were Roman Catholic, about 45.7%. Another large group, about 22.4%, belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people belonged to other Christian churches or other religions like Islam, Buddhism, or Hinduism.
About 23.87% of the population said they didn't belong to any church.
Education in Avusy
Many adults in Avusy have completed a good level of education. About 33.3% have finished high school. About 25.9% have gone on to higher education, like a university.
Schools in Avusy
During the 2009–2010 school year, there were 342 students in Avusy's schools.
- Young children can attend two years of non-required Kindergarten.
- Students then go to six years of primary school.
- After primary school, there are three years of required secondary school.
- Then, students can choose to go to advanced schools for three to five more years.
In 2000, some students from Avusy went to schools in other towns. Also, a few students from other towns came to school in Avusy.
See also
In Spanish: Avusy para niños
