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Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee village
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee village
Coat of arms of Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee
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Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee is located in Switzerland
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee
Location in Switzerland
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee is located in Canton of Bern
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee
Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee
Location in Canton of Bern
Country Switzerland
Canton Bern
District Bern-Mittelland
Area
 • Total 2.16 km2 (0.83 sq mi)
Elevation
530 m (1,740 ft)
Population
 (Dec 2020 )
 • Total 86
 • Density 39.8/km2 (103.1/sq mi)
Postal code
3053
Surrounded by Ballmoos, Münchenbuchsee, Rapperswil, Wiggiswil, Zuzwil

Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee is a small village, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Bern-Mittelland, which is like a state or region. This quiet community is known for its peaceful, rural feel.

History of Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee

Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee was first written about in the year 1263. Back then, its name was Teiswile.

Ancient Discoveries in Deisswil

Some old Roman bricks were found in a field near the village. People also think a Roman road might have been discovered there.

Village Life in the Middle Ages

During the Middle Ages, Deisswil was part of a larger area. This area was managed by a group called the Commandry of Münchenbuchsee. In 1528, the Commandry's power changed, and the village became part of the Bernese district of Münchenbuchsee. Later, in 1803, it moved to the Fraubrunnen district.

Sharing a School and Settling Borders

Deisswil and a nearby village, Wiggiswil, started sharing a school in 1802. They still share a school today! For a while, between 1832 and 1847, the two villages were even combined into one political area. After many years of disagreements, the exact border between Deisswil and Wiggiswil was finally decided in 1882. Deisswil has mostly stayed a farming village. The only big industry there is a place where they dig up gravel.

Geography of Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee

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Farm houses and fields in Deisswil

Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee covers an area of about 2.1 square kilometers (0.81 square miles). A large part of this land, about 60%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 25% of the area. The remaining 14% is where buildings and roads are located.

Land Use in the Village

Most of the developed land is for housing and roads. About 5.6% is for things like power and water systems. In the forested areas, all the land is covered with thick forests. For farming, 46% of the land is used for growing crops. Another 13% is used as pastures for animals.

Village Layout and Location

Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee is a Straßendorf. This means it's a village that mostly stretches out along one main road. There are also a few individual farms located to the northwest of Moos Lake. The village is part of the larger community of Münchenbuchsee. In 2010, Deisswil joined the new Bern-Mittelland administrative district.

Coat of Arms of Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee

The official symbol, or coat of arms, for Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee is described as: "A red shield with half of a golden mill wheel at the bottom, on a silver background." This design represents the village.

Population and People of Deisswil

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Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee village
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Large farm house in Deisswil

Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee has a small population. As of 2010, about 1% of the people living there were from other countries. Over the past ten years (2000-2010), the population grew by about 15.7%. Most people in Deisswil speak German as their main language. A small number also speak Serbo-Croatian.

Age Groups in the Village

As of 2010, children and teenagers (ages 0–19) make up about 20.8% of the population. Adults (ages 20–64) make up 64.6%. Seniors (over 64 years old) make up 14.6% of the population.

Population Changes Over Time

The chart below shows how the population of Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee has changed throughout history.

Special Sights in Deisswil

The entire small village, or hamlet, of Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee is very special. It is listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it's a place with important historical or cultural value that needs to be protected.

Economy and Jobs in Deisswil

In 2011, the unemployment rate in Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee was very low, at 0.65%. This means almost everyone who wanted a job had one.

What People Do for Work

As of 2008, 121 people worked in the municipality.

  • About 20 people worked in the primary sector, which includes farming. There were 6 businesses in this area.
  • About 101 people worked in the secondary sector. This includes jobs like manufacturing. There were 2 businesses in this sector.

Many people who live in Deisswil travel to other places for work. Also, some people from other places come to Deisswil to work. About 14% of working people used public transportation to get to their jobs. A larger number, 54%, used a private car.

Religion in Deisswil

Based on a 2000 count, most people in Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number were Roman Catholic. A few people did not belong to any church.

Education in Deisswil

Many people in Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee have a good education. About 39.1% of the population have finished upper secondary education. This is like high school. Also, 17.2% have completed even higher education. This means they went to a university or a specialized college.

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