Bollion facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bollion
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 Bollion
Location in Switzerland
Bollion
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Broye | |
| Municipality | Lully, Fribourg | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.87 km2 (0.34 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 566 m (1,857 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 151 | |
| • Density | 173.6/km2 (450/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1470
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| Surrounded by | Estavayer, Cheyres-Châbles, Les Montets | |
Bollion is a small village located in Switzerland. It is part of the canton of Fribourg. Today, Bollion is not an independent town. It is a part of a larger area called Lully.
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What is Bollion?
Bollion used to be its own separate municipality. A municipality is like a small local government area. It has its own rules and services. But on January 1, 2006, Bollion joined with another village called Seiry. Together, they became part of the larger municipality of Lully. This means Lully now manages the services for Bollion.
Where is Bollion Located?
Bollion is in the western part of Switzerland. It is in the canton of Fribourg. A canton is like a state or a province in other countries. Switzerland has 26 cantons. Fribourg is known for its beautiful countryside.
Size and Population
Bollion is a very small place. Its area is less than one square kilometer. In 2005, only about 151 people lived there. This makes Bollion a quiet and peaceful village. It is surrounded by other small towns. These include Estavayer, Cheyres-Châbles, and Les Montets.
Why Do Municipalities Merge?
Sometimes, small towns or villages decide to merge. This means they join together to form a bigger municipality. There are several reasons why this happens.
Benefits of Merging
Merging can help small communities. It can make local government more efficient. For example, a larger municipality might have more money. This money can be used for better schools or roads. It can also help share resources like fire departments. This can save money for everyone.
How Mergers Happen
Mergers usually happen after a vote. The people living in the villages decide if they want to join. If they agree, the local governments combine. This creates a new, larger municipality. This is what happened with Bollion and Seiry joining Lully.
