Cartigny, Switzerland facts for kids
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 Cartigny
Location in Switzerland
Cartigny
Location in Canton of Geneva
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Geneva | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.38 km2 (1.69 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 430 m (1,410 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 971 | |
| • Density | 221.7/km2 (574.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1236
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| Surrounded by | Aire-la-Ville, Avully, Avusy, Bernex, Laconnex, Russin | |
Cartigny is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It's a peaceful place in the heart of the Swiss Champagne valley.
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History of Cartigny
Cartigny has a long history. It was first mentioned in official records way back in 1220. Back then, it was known by names like Cartiniacum or Quartinie.
Geography of Cartigny
Cartigny covers an area of about 4.38 square kilometers (about 1.69 square miles). Imagine an area roughly the size of 600 football fields!
A big part of Cartigny, about 55.5%, is used for farming. This means lots of fields for growing crops. Another large part, about 29.2%, is covered by forests. These are areas with many trees.
About 11.4% of the land is built up. This includes buildings like houses and roads. A small part, 3.0%, is made up of rivers or lakes. The last 1.6% is land that isn't used for anything, like rocky areas.
Cartigny is located in the middle of the Swiss Champagne valley. It includes two main villages: Cartigny and La Petite Grave. Other smaller areas within the municipality are Nant des Crues, Moulin-de-Vert, Longemalle, and Bois-de-Saint-Victor.
People of Cartigny (Demographics)
Cartigny has a population of about 852 people (as of 2023). About 22.7% of the people living here are from other countries.
Most people in Cartigny, about 84.5%, speak French. This is the main language. The second most common language is English, spoken by about 6.8% of the people. About 3.1% of the people speak German.
Who Lives in Cartigny?
Many people in Cartigny were born there. About 24.1% of the population in 2000 were born in Cartigny. Others were born in the same canton (32.0%) or elsewhere in Switzerland (15.8%). About 24.7% of the people were born outside of Switzerland.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Cartigny has changed over the years. You can see how the population has grown and shrunk in the chart below:
Important Places (Sights)
The entire village of Cartigny is very special. It is listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it has historical importance and is protected.
Economy of Cartigny
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Cartigny was low, at 2.3%. This means most people who wanted jobs had them.
Many people in Cartigny work in different types of jobs:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming and forestry. In 2008, about 32 people worked in this area.
- Secondary Sector: This involves making things. It includes jobs in manufacturing and construction. About 79 people worked in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This is the service sector. It includes jobs in shops, restaurants, education, and healthcare. About 161 people worked in this area.
Many people who live in Cartigny travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 310 people left Cartigny to work elsewhere. About 144 people came into Cartigny for work. Most people, about 68%, use a private car to get to work. About 11.5% use public transportation.
Religion in Cartigny
In 2000, many people in Cartigny were part of a Christian church. About 29.1% were Roman Catholic. Another 36.9% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number of people belonged to other Christian churches. There were also a few people who were Jewish or Islamic. Some people did not belong to any church.
Education in Cartigny
Education is important in Cartigny. Many adults have completed higher levels of schooling. About 35.4% of the population finished upper secondary education. This is like high school. Another 27.8% went on to even higher education, like university.
The school system in Geneva, where Cartigny is located, has different levels:
- Kindergarten: Young children can attend two years of non-required kindergarten.
- Primary School: Students must attend six years of primary school.
- Secondary School: After primary school, there are three required years of lower secondary school. Then, students can choose to go to advanced schools for three to five more years.
In the 2009-2010 school year, there were 201 students in Cartigny's schools. This included children in kindergarten, primary school, and lower secondary school. Some students from Cartigny also attended schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Cartigny (Ginebra) para niños
