Ergisch facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Ergisch
Location in Switzerland
Ergisch
Location in Canton of Valais
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Valais | |
| District | Leuk | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 29.53 km2 (11.40 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,090 m (3,580 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 177 | |
| • Density | 5.994/km2 (15.52/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
3947
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| Surrounded by | Eischoll, Embd, Oberems, Sankt Niklaus, Turtmann, Unterbäch, Unterems | |
Ergisch is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Leuk area of the canton of Valais in Switzerland. It's a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
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Ergisch's Past: A Brief History
Ergisch was first mentioned in old records way back in 1203. Back then, it was known by the name Mons de Argessa. This shows that people have lived in this area for a very long time!
Where is Ergisch? Geography and Land Use
Ergisch covers an area of about 29.8 square kilometers (about 11.5 square miles). A good part of this land, about 20.9%, is used for farming. Forests cover a large section, about 38.0% of the area.
Only a small portion, 0.9%, has buildings or roads. The biggest part, 40.1%, is made up of land that isn't used for farming or building, like mountains or rocky areas.
The town is located in the Leuk district. It sits at an elevation of 1090 meters (about 3,576 feet) on the left side of the Rhone valley. It's also at the entrance to the Turtmann valley, which is a lovely spot.
Ergisch's Coat of Arms: What it Means
The official blazon (description) of Ergisch's coat of arms is quite specific. It shows a shield divided into two parts. The top part is blue and has three six-pointed stars in silver. The bottom part is red and features a silver Fleur-de-lis (a stylized lily) and a silver double cross. These symbols represent the town's history and identity.
Who Lives in Ergisch? Population and People
Ergisch has a population of about 150 people. A small number of these residents, around 5.2%, are people from other countries. Over the last ten years, the population has changed a bit, growing by about 17.5%. This change is mostly due to people moving into the town.
Almost everyone in Ergisch, about 92.6%, speaks German. This is the main language used in the town.
In 2008, the population was split evenly between males and females, with 50.0% being male and 50.0% female. Most of the people living in Ergisch were born there or in the same canton (region) of Switzerland.
When looking at age groups in 2000:
- Children and teenagers (0–19 years old) made up 25.6% of the population.
- Adults (20–64 years old) made up 54.5%.
- Seniors (over 64 years old) made up 19.9%.
This shows a good mix of different age groups living in the community.
Historical Population Trends
The chart below shows how the population of Ergisch has changed over many years. You can see how the number of people living in the town has gone up and down through history.
Working in Ergisch: The Local Economy
In 2010, Ergisch had a very low unemployment rate of 1.3%, meaning most people who wanted to work had a job.
Many people in Ergisch work in the primary economic sector, which includes jobs like farming. In 2008, 28 people worked in this area. A few people worked in the secondary sector, which includes manufacturing and construction. The tertiary sector (service jobs) employed 10 people.
Most of the people who live in Ergisch and work actually travel outside the town for their jobs. In 2000, 58 workers commuted away from Ergisch, while only 5 came into the town for work. This means Ergisch is a "net exporter" of workers. About 14.3% of workers used public transportation, while 63.6% drove their own cars to work.
Faith in Ergisch: Religious Beliefs
According to the 2000 census, most people in Ergisch are Roman Catholic, making up about 92.6% of the population. A smaller group, 4.5%, belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There were also a few people who belonged to the Christian Catholic Church. About 2.27% of the population did not belong to any church.
Learning in Ergisch: Education
Education is important in Ergisch. About 30.1% of the population has finished upper secondary education, which is like high school. A smaller number, 2.3%, have gone on to complete higher education at a university or a specialized college (a Fachhochschule).
In 2000, there were 4 students from Ergisch who attended schools outside of the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Ergisch para niños
