Concise, Switzerland facts for kids
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Concise
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Concise village and church of Saint-Jean Baptiste
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 Concise
Location in Switzerland
Concise
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.37 km2 (4.39 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 438 m (1,437 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,001 | |
| • Density | 88.04/km2 (228.02/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Concisois Les Rebibes |
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| Postal code |
1426
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| Localities | La Raisse | |
| Surrounded by | Mutrux, Vaumarcus (NE), Corcelles-près-Concise, Bonvillars, Provence | |
Concise is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Jura-Nord Vaudois area of the canton of Vaud.
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History of Concise
Concise was first mentioned in old records in the year 1179. Back then, its name was Concisa.
Geography of Concise
Concise covers an area of about 11.4 square kilometers (4.4 square miles). A large part of this land, about 66%, is covered by forests. About 24% of the land is used for farming. This includes fields for crops and pastures for animals.
Around 8.8% of Concise is made up of buildings and roads. A very small part, about 0.1%, includes rivers or lakes. The rest is land that cannot be used for farming or building.
Concise used to be part of the Grandson District. In 2006, it became part of the new Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
The town is located along the border with the Canton of Neuchatel. It stretches from the shores of Lake Neuchatel up to a mountain called Mont Aubert. Concise includes the main village, plus smaller areas called La Lance and La Raisse. There are also some small settlements high up in the Jura Mountains.
The towns of Concise, Corcelles-près-Concise, Mutrux, and Onnens have thought about joining together. They might form a new, larger town in the future.
Concise Coat of Arms
The blazon (description) of Concise's coat of arms is simple. It shows a golden deer, called a "Buck", jumping on a blue background.
People and Population in Concise
Concise has a population of about 714 people. A small part of the population, around 12.9%, are people from other countries. Over the last ten years, the number of people living in Concise has grown by about 16.6%. This growth is due to people moving in and new births.
Most people in Concise speak French, about 88%. The second most common language is German, spoken by about 5.8% of the people. A smaller number speak Portuguese or Italian.
Many residents were born in Concise or in the same canton (Vaud). Others were born elsewhere in Switzerland or outside of Switzerland.
In 2008, more people moved into Concise than moved away. This helped the population grow. The total population increased by about 3.8% that year.
The age groups in Concise include many children and teenagers. About 11.6% are under 9 years old, and 12.1% are between 10 and 19. Adults make up the largest part of the population. There are also many older adults and seniors living in the town.
Most households in Concise have an average of 2.2 people. Many households are made up of one person. There are also many married couples, some with children and some without.
The historical population of Concise has changed over time. You can see how the number of people living here has varied in the chart below:
Important Historical Sites
Concise is home to several important historical sites. These are recognized as heritage sites of national significance.
One such site is the Ancienne Chartreuse De La Lance. This was an old monastery. Another important place is a Roman era quarry at La Raisse/En Favarges. This is where stones were dug out long ago.
Also, the bay and lakeshore settlements of Sous-Colachoz are very old. These are neolithic (New Stone Age) and Bronze Age sites. The entire village of Concise and the La Lance area are also part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
Economy and Jobs in Concise
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Concise was 3.6%. This means a small number of people were looking for jobs.
Many people in Concise work in different areas. Some work in the primary sector, like farming or forestry. Others work in the secondary sector, which includes manufacturing and construction. The largest number of jobs are in the tertiary sector. This includes jobs in sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, healthcare, and education.
Many people who live in Concise travel to other towns for work. Also, some people come into Concise from other places to work.
Religion in Concise
Based on a 2000 survey, most people in Concise belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller group are Roman Catholic. There are also people who follow other Christian faiths or other religions. Some people do not belong to any church.
Education in Concise
Many adults in Concise have completed higher education. This includes either a university degree or a degree from a specialized college.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 117 students in the Concise school district. The local school system provides pre-school for young children. Students then attend primary school for four years. After that, they go to lower secondary school for six years.
Some students from Concise attend schools in other towns. Also, some students from other towns come to school in Concise.
See also
In Spanish: Concise para niños
