Dorénaz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dorénaz
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 Dorénaz
Location in Switzerland
Dorénaz
Location in Canton of Valais
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Valais | |
| District | Saint-Maurice | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 12.58 km2 (4.86 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 451 m (1,480 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,040 | |
| • Density | 82.7/km2 (214.1/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1905
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| Surrounded by | Collonges, Evionnaz, Fully, Martigny, Vernayaz | |
Dorénaz is a charming small town, also known as a municipality, located in the beautiful Valais region of Switzerland. It is part of the Saint-Maurice district. This area is known for its stunning mountains and valleys.
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History of Dorénaz
Dorénaz has a long history! It was first mentioned in old writings way back in the 11th and 12th centuries. Back then, it was known by a slightly different name: usque ad frontem Dorone.
Geography of Dorénaz
Dorénaz covers an area of about 12.5 square kilometers (that's about 4.8 square miles). A large part of this land, over 60%, is covered by forests. About 24% is used for farming. Only a small part, less than 4%, has buildings or roads. The rest is unproductive land.
The town is located in the Saint-Maurice district. It sits on the right side of the Rhone River.
Dorénaz Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Dorénaz's coat of arms is quite unique! It shows a design with red and silver colors. You can see two hammers at the top, a cross in the middle, and a seashell at the bottom.
People of Dorénaz
Dorénaz is home to about 643 people. Around 8.9% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the past ten years, the number of people living in Dorénaz has grown by about 17%. Most of this growth is because new people have moved to the town.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Dorénaz speak French. About 96% of the population uses French as their main language. Some people also speak Portuguese (about 2.1%) or Italian (about 1.2%). A very small number of people speak German.
Who Lives in Dorénaz?
In Dorénaz, the population is almost evenly split between males and females. About 49.6% are men and 50.4% are women. Most residents are Swiss citizens.
Many people (almost half) were born right in Dorénaz. Others were born elsewhere in Valais or other parts of Switzerland. About 10.7% of the people living here were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups
Young people, including children and teenagers (up to 19 years old), make up about 29% of the population. Adults (20 to 64 years old) are the largest group, making up about 56.5%. Seniors (over 64 years old) make up about 14.5% of the population.
Households in Dorénaz
There are about 181 households in Dorénaz. On average, there are about 2.9 people living in each home. Some homes have just one person, while others have five or more people. Most apartments in Dorénaz are lived in all year round.
Population Changes Over Time
The chart below shows how the number of people living in Dorénaz has changed over many years. You can see how the population has grown and shrunk at different times.
Economy in Dorénaz
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Dorénaz was about 4.9%. This means that a small number of people who wanted to work couldn't find a job.
Jobs in Dorénaz
Many people in Dorénaz work in different types of jobs:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming. About 20 people work in this area.
- Secondary Sector: These are jobs in manufacturing or construction. About 8 people work in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This includes jobs in services, like shops, restaurants, or schools. About 70 people work in this area.
Many people who live in Dorénaz actually travel to other towns for work. About 70% of working people use a private car to get to their jobs. About 9.6% use public transportation.
Religion in Dorénaz
Most people in Dorénaz are Roman Catholic, making up about 79% of the population. About 10.9% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also small numbers of people who follow other religions, like Islam or Buddhism. Some people do not belong to any church.
Education in Dorénaz
Education is important in Dorénaz. About 35% of the people have finished their non-mandatory upper secondary education. This is like high school. A smaller group, about 5.9%, have gone on to higher education, like university.
Some students who live in Dorénaz go to schools in other towns. Also, a few students from other towns come to Dorénaz for school.
See also
In Spanish: Dorénaz para niños
