Delémont (district) facts for kids

The coat of arms for Delémont District.

The District of Delémont is one of three main areas in Jura, a canton (like a state or province) in Switzerland. Its most important city, and its capital, is Delémont. Almost everyone in this district speaks French. As of the end of 2005, about 35,175 people lived here.

What is the Delémont District?

A district in Switzerland is like a region or a county. It helps to organize the different towns and villages. The Delémont District is an important part of the Jura canton. It helps manage local services and connects the smaller communities.

Delémont: The Capital City

Delémont is the biggest city in the district and its capital. This means it's the main hub for government and business. It's a lively place where many people live and work. The city of Delémont is central to the whole district.

Towns and Villages in the District

The Delémont District is made up of 28 different towns and villages. These are called municipalities. Each municipality has its own local government. Together, they form the entire district. The table below shows the name of each municipality, how many people lived there in 2005, and its size in square kilometers.

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  Gorges du Pichoux

See also

In Spanish: Distrito de Delémont para niños