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Croglio
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 Croglio
Location in Switzerland
Croglio
Location in Canton of Ticino
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Ticino | |
| District | Lugano | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.38 km2 (1.69 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 342 m (1,122 ft) | |
| Population
(December 2019)
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| • Total | 849 | |
| • Density | 193.8/km2 (502.0/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6981
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| Surrounded by | Bedigliora, Cadegliano-Viconago (IT-VA), Lavena Ponte Tresa (IT-VA), Monteggio, Ponte Tresa, Pura, Sessa | |
Croglio was once a small town, or municipality, located in the Lugano area of Ticino, a canton in Switzerland. On April 18, 2021, Croglio joined with three other towns – Monteggio, Ponte Tresa, and Sessa – to create a new, larger municipality called Tresa.
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A Look Back in Time
Croglio was first mentioned in old records in the year 1335. Back then, it was known as burgus de Crolio. This means it was already a recognized settlement many centuries ago.
Where Croglio Is Located
Croglio is located in the middle of the Malcantone valley, which is part of the Lugano district. The area of Croglio was about 4.38 square kilometers (1.69 sq mi) in 1997.
- A big part of this land, about 70.5%, is covered by forests.
- About 20.3% of the land is used for farming.
- The remaining 14.4% is where buildings and roads are found.
- A small amount, 0.5%, is made up of rivers or lakes.
The former municipality included several smaller settlements. These are Croglio, Castelrotto, Ronco, Madonna del Piano, Barico, Purasca, and Biogno-Beride. Biogno and Beride used to be two separate towns. They merged in 1907 and then joined Croglio in 1976. From 1953 to 1976, Croglio was known as Croglio-Castelrotto.
Croglio's Coat of Arms
A blazon is a special description of a coat of arms. Croglio's coat of arms has a silver background. On it, there is a red castle without a door. At the top, there is a green hazel branch with two golden hazelnuts.
People of Croglio
In 2019, Croglio had a population of 849 people. About 15.3% of the people living there in 2008 were foreign nationals. Over ten years, from 1997 to 2007, the population grew by about 4.9%.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Croglio speak Italian. In 2000, about 80.7% of the population spoke Italian. The second most common language was German, spoken by 14.1% of the people. A smaller number, 2.3%, spoke French.
Age Groups
In 2009, the population of Croglio included:
- Children aged 0-9: 10.0%
- Teenagers aged 10-19: 8.7%
- Young adults aged 20-29: 9.0%
- Adults aged 30-59: 40.4%
- Seniors aged 60 and over: 31.9%
Homes and Families
In 2000, there were 372 households in Croglio. On average, each household had 2.2 people. Most of the buildings were single-family homes, making up about 72.4% of all inhabited buildings.
The historical population of Croglio is shown in the chart below:
Famous People from Croglio
- Helmut Horten (1909–1987 in Croglio) was a German businessman. He created and owned the fourth-largest chain of department stores in Germany, called Horten AG. He lived in Croglio starting in 1968.
Places to See
The entire village of Castelrotto, which is part of Croglio, is a special place. It is listed as an Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it's an important historical and cultural area in Switzerland. You can also visit the beautiful church of San Bartolomeo.
How People Work in Croglio
In 2007, the unemployment rate in Croglio was 3.15%. This means only a small number of people who wanted to work couldn't find a job.
- In 2005, about 30 people worked in the primary sector. This includes jobs like farming.
- About 331 people worked in the secondary sector. This includes jobs like manufacturing and construction.
- The largest group, 563 people, worked in the tertiary sector. This includes jobs in services, like shops, hotels, and offices.
In 2009, Croglio had 2 hotels, showing it was a place where visitors could stay.
Religion in Croglio
Based on the 2000 census, most people in Croglio were Roman Catholic, making up about 72.0% of the population. About 9.2% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people belonged to other churches, and a small number did not state their religion.
Education in Croglio
Switzerland is known for its good education system. In Croglio, about 78.3% of adults aged 25–64 had completed higher education. This means they went beyond basic schooling, either to a university or a special college.
In 2009, there were 123 students in Croglio.
- 26 children were in kindergarten.
- 43 students attended primary school, which lasts for five years.
- In middle school, there were 26 students in a two-year program and 11 students in a four-year program that prepares them for higher education.
- For older students, there were 8 full-time and 7 part-time students in vocational training. This prepares them for specific jobs.
- 2 students were in a professional program, which leads to jobs in fields like engineering or nursing.
In 2000, 81 students from Croglio went to schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Croglio para niños
