Bonvillars facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bonvillars
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 Bonvillars
Location in Switzerland
Bonvillars
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.52 km2 (2.90 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 475 m (1,558 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 489 | |
| • Density | 65.03/km2 (168.42/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1427
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| Surrounded by | Champagne, Cheseaux-Noréaz, Concise, Corcelles-près-Concise, Fontanezier, Grandson, Onnens, Provence | |
Bonvillars is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Vaud, within the Jura-Nord Vaudois area. Bonvillars sits at the base of the Jura Mountains and stretches down to the beautiful Lake Neuchatel.
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A Glimpse into Bonvillars' Past
Bonvillars is quite old! It was first mentioned in records around the year 1100 AD. Back then, it was known by a slightly different name, Binvilar.
One famous person from Bonvillars was Sir John de Bonvillars. He was a knight who served King Edward I of England. Sir John was also related to Otton de Grandson from the nearby Grandson Castle. He held important positions in Wales, like being the First Constable of Harlech Castle in the late 1200s.
Exploring Bonvillars' Geography
Bonvillars covers an area of about 7.54 square kilometers (about 2.9 square miles). A large part of this land, almost half, is used for farming. This includes fields for crops, pastures for animals, and areas for growing grapes for wine.
Another big part of Bonvillars, over 40%, is covered by forests. The rest of the land is used for buildings, roads, and a small amount for rivers or lakes.
The town is located right at the foot of the Jura Mountains. It also reaches down to the shores of Lake Neuchatel. The municipality includes the main village of Bonvillars, along with two smaller settlements called La Coudre and Les Vullierens.
Understanding the Bonvillars Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol or emblem for a town or family. It often tells a story or shows something important about the place.
The coat of arms for Bonvillars has a silver background. On it, there's a blue "saltire," which looks like an 'X' shape. At the very top, there are three blue five-pointed stars.
Who Lives in Bonvillars?
Bonvillars is a small community. As of 2009, the population has been growing quite a bit. Most people in Bonvillars speak French, which is the main language. A smaller number of people speak German or Italian.
Many people living in Bonvillars were born there or in the same canton (region) of Switzerland. Some residents have moved there from other parts of Switzerland or from other countries.
The population includes people of all ages. There are children and teenagers, as well as many adults and senior citizens. In 2000, there were about 137 households in Bonvillars, with an average of 2.5 people living in each home.
The chart below shows how the population of Bonvillars has changed over many years:
Important Sights in Bonvillars
The entire village of Bonvillars is recognized as an important Swiss Heritage Site. This means it has special historical or cultural value that needs to be protected.
Bonvillars' Economy and Jobs
The economy of Bonvillars involves different types of jobs.
- The primary sector includes jobs related to natural resources, like farming. In Bonvillars, many people work in agriculture, especially with vineyards.
- The secondary sector involves making things. This includes jobs in manufacturing and construction, like building homes.
- The tertiary sector is about services. This can include jobs in sales, transportation, finance, education, and healthcare.
Many residents of Bonvillars work in the town itself. However, some people travel to other towns for their jobs. Most people use private cars to get to work, while a smaller number use public transportation.
Religion in Bonvillars
In Bonvillars, most people belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number of people are Roman Catholic. There are also some people who belong to other Christian churches or no church at all.
Education in Bonvillars
Education is important in Bonvillars. Many adults have completed their high school education. Some have gone on to higher education at a university or a specialized college (called a Fachhochschule).
The local school district in Bonvillars serves students from pre-school through lower secondary school. In Switzerland, pre-school is usually not required, but it is offered. Primary school lasts for four years, and lower secondary school lasts for six years.
Some students from Bonvillars attend schools in other towns, and some students from other towns come to school in Bonvillars.
See also
In Spanish: Bonvillars para niños
