Chavannes-sur-Moudon facts for kids

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Chavannes-sur-Moudon Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Chavannes-sur-Moudon Location in Canton of Vaud Show map of Canton of Vaud
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Vaud
District	Broye-Vully
Area
• Total	5.15 km2 (1.99 sq mi)
Elevation	680 m (2,230 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	223
• Density	43.30/km2 (112.1/sq mi)
Postal code	1512
Surrounded by	Brenles, Chesalles-sur-Moudon, Montet (Glâne) (FR), Moudon, Vuarmarens (FR), Vulliens

Chavannes-sur-Moudon is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Switzerland. It is found in the Broye-Vully area within the canton of Vaud. This charming place is known for its peaceful surroundings.

Exploring Chavannes-sur-Moudon's Past

Chavannes-sur-Moudon was first mentioned in official records way back in 1453. At that time, it was known as Chavanes.

Discovering Chavannes-sur-Moudon's Geography

An aerial view of the area from 1958.

Chavannes-sur-Moudon covers an area of about 5.14 square kilometers (about 2 square miles). A large part of this land, about 75.5%, is used for farming. Forests cover another 19.5% of the area. The remaining 5.3% of the land is where buildings and roads are located.

Most of the built-up areas are homes and other buildings. Roads and other transport paths make up a smaller part. In the forested areas, most are dense woods. A small part has orchards or groups of trees. For farming, over half the land is used for growing crops. The rest is used as pastures for animals.

The town used to be part of the Moudon District. But in 2006, it became part of the newer Broye-Vully district. Chavannes-sur-Moudon is located on the right side of the Broye River. It is also close to the border of the Canton of Fribourg.

Understanding the Town's Coat of Arms

The coat of arms for Chavannes-sur-Moudon is quite special. It shows a red background. From the left side, an arm reaches out, holding a silver key. This design is called Gules, issuant from sinister an Arm holding a Key all of Argent.

People and Population in Chavannes-sur-Moudon

Chavannes-sur-Moudon has a population of about 205 people. A small number of these residents, about 7.7%, are foreign nationals. Over the last ten years, the population has changed a little, mostly due to people moving in or out.

Most people in the town speak French, about 96.4% of the population. German is the second most common language, spoken by about 3% of residents. A very small number of people speak Albanian.

Many residents were born in Chavannes-sur-Moudon itself. Others were born in the same canton, or elsewhere in Switzerland. A small group of people were born outside of Switzerland.

The age groups in the town are varied. About 11.7% of the population are young children (0-9 years old). Teenagers (10-19 years old) make up about 12.2%. Adults between 20 and 59 years old make up a larger portion of the population. Senior citizens (60 years and older) also form a significant part of the community.

In 2000, there were 78 private homes in the town. On average, about 2.5 people lived in each home. Some homes had only one person, while others had five or more.

Important Heritage Sites in Chavannes-sur-Moudon

The entire village of Chavannes-sur-Moudon is recognized as an important heritage site. It is part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means the village has special historical or cultural value.

Economy and Jobs in Chavannes-sur-Moudon

In 2010, the unemployment rate in Chavannes-sur-Moudon was low, at 2.1%. Most jobs in the town are in the primary economic sector. This mainly includes agriculture, like farming.

A few people work in the secondary sector, which includes construction. A small number of jobs are in the tertiary sector, which includes services like education.

Many residents of Chavannes-sur-Moudon travel to other towns for work. A smaller number of people come into the town to work. About 5.8% of the working population uses public transport to get to work. Most people, about 51.9%, use a private car.

Religion in Chavannes-sur-Moudon

Based on a 2000 survey, about 18.8% of the people in Chavannes-sur-Moudon are Roman Catholic. A larger group, about 71.6%, belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also a few people who are members of an Orthodox church, Jewish, or Islamic. Some people do not belong to any church.

Education in Chavannes-sur-Moudon

Many people in Chavannes-sur-Moudon have completed a good level of education. About 31.5% have finished non-mandatory upper secondary education. Also, about 10.2% have completed higher education, like attending a university.

In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 27 students in the Chavannes-sur-Moudon school area. In the Vaud canton, children can attend two years of non-obligatory pre-school. The primary school program lasts for four years, and 14 students were in this program. The lower secondary school program lasts for six years, and 13 students were attending these schools.

Some students from Chavannes-sur-Moudon attend schools in other towns. Similarly, some students from other towns come to school in Chavannes-sur-Moudon.

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In Spanish: Chavannes-sur-Moudon para niños