Diemerswil facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Diemerswil
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 Diemerswil
Location in Switzerland
Diemerswil
Location in Canton of Bern
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Bern | |
| District | Bern-Mittelland | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.8 km2 (1.1 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 600 m (2,000 ft) | |
| Population
(December 2020)
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| • Total | 199 | |
| • Density | 71.1/km2 (184/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
3053
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| Surrounded by | Kirchlindach, Münchenbuchsee, Schüpfen | |
Diemerswil was a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It was located in the canton of Bern. On January 1, 2023, Diemerswil joined with the nearby town of Münchenbuchsee to form one larger municipality.
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A Look at Diemerswil's Past
Diemerswil was first mentioned in old records way back in 1257. Its name was spelled Diemarswile then.
Ancient Discoveries
The very first signs of people living in this area come from a really old grave mound. This mound, found in the Brandwald forest, dates back to the Hallstatt culture. This was a time long ago, around 800-450 BC, when people in Europe were learning to use iron.
From Medieval Times to Today
During the Middle Ages, Diemerswil was part of the Münchenbuchsee Commandery. This was a special kind of religious and military organization. In 1528, the Commandery changed, and Diemerswil became part of Bern's local government area.
In the 1800s, many farmers in Diemerswil started raising dairy cows. This was a change from just growing crops. The village built its own school in 1827. However, students still had to travel to Münchenbuchsee for middle and high school.
A beautiful old country house, known as the Schloss, was taken down in 1969. Diemerswil has mostly stayed a quiet, farming area. Even in 2000, almost half of the people working there were in agriculture. Many residents also travel to other towns, especially Bern, for their jobs.
Where is Diemerswil?
Diemerswil covers an area of about 2.8 square kilometers (about 1.08 square miles).
Land Use
Most of the land in Diemerswil is used for farming. About 72.7% of the area is farmland. Forests cover another 19.6% of the land. The rest, about 5.9%, has buildings or roads.
Diemerswil is located on the southeast side of the Moos Lake valley. It includes several small communities called hamlets. These include Dörfli, Kohlholz, Mettlen, Moos, Riedmatt, and Wydacker. The town is part of the larger community of Münchenbuchsee.
Diemerswil's Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol for a town or family. Diemerswil's coat of arms has a red top section with a white cross. The bottom section is white and shows a red rose with green leaves and stem.
Who Lives in Diemerswil?
Diemerswil has a small population. as of December 2020[update], there were 199 people living there. Over the past ten years (2000-2010), the number of people living in Diemerswil grew by about 21.1%. Most of this growth came from new people moving in and from more births than deaths.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Diemerswil speak German. In 2000, about 97.6% of the population spoke German as their main language. A few people also spoke French or Portuguese.
Population Breakdown
In 2010, about 28.8% of the people in Diemerswil were children and teenagers (0-19 years old). Adults (20-64 years old) made up 57.1% of the population. Seniors (over 64 years old) were 14.1%.
Historical Population Growth
The chart below shows how Diemerswil's population has changed over many years:
Jobs and Work in Diemerswil
In 2011, Diemerswil had a very low unemployment rate, meaning almost everyone who wanted a job had one.
Types of Jobs
As of 2008[update], there were 62 people working in Diemerswil.
- Most jobs were in the primary sector, which means farming. There were 43 people working in agriculture.
- A few people worked in the secondary sector, which includes things like construction.
- Some people worked in the tertiary sector, which includes services like hotels, restaurants, and education.
Many people who live in Diemerswil travel to other towns for work. In 2000, 59 residents commuted away from Diemerswil for their jobs. About 15.5% of workers used public transportation, and 44.3% drove their own cars.
Beliefs and Religion
In 2000, most people in Diemerswil belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church, which is a Protestant church. About 79% of the population followed this faith. A small number of people were Roman Catholic or belonged to other Christian churches. Some people did not belong to any church.
Learning and Schools
Education is important in Diemerswil. About 48.5% of the adults have finished high school. Also, 19.2% have gone on to higher education, like university.
School System
The school system in the Canton of Bern works like this:
- Kids can go to one year of non-mandatory Kindergarten.
- Then, they go to six years of Primary school.
- After that, there are three years of mandatory lower Secondary school. Students are grouped by their abilities.
- After lower Secondary, students can choose to continue their schooling or start an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
In the 2010-2011 school year, 20 students attended primary school in Diemerswil. There were no kindergarten classes in the town. While some students from other towns came to Diemerswil for school, many Diemerswil students went to schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Diemerswil para niños
