Ferpicloz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ferpicloz
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 Ferpicloz
Location in Switzerland
Ferpicloz
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Sarine | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.02 km2 (0.39 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 767 m (2,516 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 267 | |
| • Density | 261.8/km2 (678/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1724
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| Surrounded by | Ependes, Le Mouret, Senèdes | |
Ferpicloz is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Fribourg, within the Sarine district. It's a peaceful place known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
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History of Ferpicloz
Ferpicloz has a long history! It was first mentioned in official records in 1270. Back then, it was known as Ferpecles. For a while, it also had a German name, Pichlen, but that name is no longer used today.
Geography and Land Use
Ferpicloz covers a small area, about 1 square kilometer (0.4 square miles). A big part of this land, about 70%, is used for farming. This means you'll see lots of fields and pastures.
About 15% of the area is covered by forests. The remaining 17% is where buildings and roads are located. This includes homes, businesses, and the paths people use to get around.
The town is situated in the Sarine district. It lies along the main road that connects the cities of Fribourg and Bulle. Ferpicloz also includes a small part of the nearby hamlet called Le Mouret.
Ferpicloz Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. It's like a unique flag or emblem for the community. The coat of arms for Ferpicloz is described as Per saltire Argent and Gules overall a fleur-de-lys counterchanged.
This means it has a design that looks like an "X" shape. The colors are silver (Argent) and red (Gules). On top of this design, there's a fleur-de-lys symbol. This symbol is often seen in old European designs and looks like a stylized lily flower.
Population and People
Ferpicloz is a small community. As of the most recent count, it has a population of 267 people. Over the last ten years, the number of people living here has grown quite a bit, by about 33%. Most of this growth is because new people have moved into the town.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Ferpicloz speak French as their main language. About 86% of the population uses French. The second most common language is German, spoken by about 12% of the residents. A very small number of people also speak Russian.
Who Lives in Ferpicloz?
The population is almost evenly split between males and females. About 49.6% are male and 50.4% are female. Most residents are Swiss citizens.
About 22% of the people living in Ferpicloz were actually born there. Many others were born in the same canton of Fribourg (about 40%). Some people moved from other parts of Switzerland, and about 10% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups
The town has a good mix of different age groups:
- Young people (0–19 years old) make up about 23.5% of the population.
- Adults (20–64 years old) are the largest group, at about 60.7%.
- Seniors (over 64 years old) make up about 15.8% of the population.
Households and Homes
In Ferpicloz, there are about 66 private households. On average, each household has about 2.7 people living in it. Some households have only one person, while others have five or more.
Most of the apartments in Ferpicloz are lived in all year round. Only a few are used for seasonal stays, and a small number are empty. New homes are being built, showing that the town is growing.
Economy and Jobs
Ferpicloz has a low unemployment rate, which means most people who want to work can find jobs. In 2008, there were 5 people working in farming (the primary sector).
About 30 people worked in the secondary sector. This includes jobs in manufacturing (making things) and construction (building things).
The largest number of jobs, about 33 people, were in the tertiary sector. This sector includes jobs like sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, and professional services. Many of the workers in Ferpicloz are women, making up about 45% of the workforce.
Commuting to Work
Many people who live in Ferpicloz travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 65 residents commuted away from the municipality for their jobs. Only 22 people came into Ferpicloz from other towns to work.
Most people (about 71%) use a private car to get to work. A smaller number (about 8%) use public transportation.
Religion in Ferpicloz
According to a census from 2000, most people in Ferpicloz are Roman Catholic, making up about 86% of the population. About 6% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church.
A small number of people belong to other Christian churches, including Orthodox churches. There was also one person who was Islamic. About 3% of the population did not belong to any church or preferred not to answer the question.
Education System
In Ferpicloz, many adults have completed a good level of education. About 32% of the population has finished non-mandatory upper secondary education. This is like high school.
About 17.5% of adults have gone on to higher education, either at a university or a specialized college (called a Fachhochschule). Most of these highly educated individuals are Swiss men and women.
School System in Fribourg
The school system in the Canton of Fribourg works like this:
- First, there's one year of optional Kindergarten.
- Then, students attend six years of Primary school.
- After that, there are three years of mandatory lower Secondary school. In this stage, students are grouped based on their abilities.
- Next, students can choose to attend a three or four-year optional upper Secondary school. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares students for university) or a vocational program (which prepares them for specific jobs).
- After upper Secondary, students can go to a Tertiary school or start an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
In the 2010–11 school year, no students were attending school directly in Ferpicloz. However, 45 students from Ferpicloz attended schools in other nearby towns. These students were in kindergarten, primary school, secondary school, and vocational programs. One student was attending a tertiary school.
See also
In Spanish: Ferpicloz para niños
