Halten facts for kids
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Halten
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 Halten
Location in Switzerland
Halten
Location in Canton of Solothurn
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Solothurn | |
| District | Wasseramt | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.85 km2 (0.71 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 465 m (1,526 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 850 | |
| • Density | 459/km2 (1,190/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4566
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| Surrounded by | Heinrichswil-Winistorf, Hersiwil, Kriegstetten, Oekingen, Recherswil | |
Halten is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It's located in the canton of Solothurn, specifically in the Wasseramt district. Halten is a peaceful place with a rich history and a close-knit community.
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History of Halten
Halten was first mentioned in official records way back in 1201. Back then, it was known as Haltun. Later, in 1274, its name appeared as Halton.
Geography and Landscape
Halten covers an area of about 1.83 square kilometers (0.71 sq mi). A large part of this area, about 61.2%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 21.3% of the land. The remaining 18.6% is where buildings and roads are located.
Most of the built-up area is made up of houses and other buildings (13.1%). Roads and transportation areas make up 4.4%. There are also parks and sports fields, which cover about 1.1% of the area. The municipality is located in the Wasseramt district.
Halten's Coat of Arms
The blazon of Halten's municipal coat of arms describes its design. It features a tower with a roof, set against a background of red and silver stripes on one side, and solid black on the other.
Population and People
Halten has a population of 850. Most people in Halten speak German, which is spoken by about 96.8% of the residents. A smaller number of people speak French (1.3%) or Italian (0.4%).
In 2000, about 25.8% of the people living in Halten were also born there. Many others (38.8%) were born in the same canton, Solothurn. About 25.2% came from other parts of Switzerland, and 7.2% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Distribution in Halten
In 2000, the population of Halten included:
- Children aged 0-6 years: 6.8%
- Teenagers aged 7-19 years: 18.5%
- Young adults aged 20-24 years: 5.3%
- Adults aged 25-44 years: 30.7%
- Adults aged 45-64 years: 27.9%
- Seniors aged 65-79 years: 8.5%
- Seniors over 80 years: 2.3%
Housing in Halten
In 2000, there were 306 private households in Halten, with an average of 2.6 people per household. About 19.2% of households had only one person. Most homes were single-family houses (73.9%). Many of these were built between 1971 and 1980, and also between 1990 and 2000.
There were 325 apartments in Halten in 2000. The most common size was 4 rooms. Most apartments (92.3%) were lived in all year round.
Historical Population Growth
The population of Halten has changed over time. Here's a look at how it has grown:
Economy and Jobs
In 2010, Halten had a low unemployment rate of 1.5%. Many people living in Halten work in different types of jobs.
Main Job Sectors
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming. In 2008, 43 people worked in this sector, with 13 businesses.
- Secondary Sector: This includes jobs in manufacturing and construction. In 2008, 4 people worked in this sector, with 2 businesses.
- Tertiary Sector: This includes service jobs like sales, finance, and education. In 2008, 38 people worked in this sector, with 14 businesses.
Many residents of Halten (385 people) travel outside the municipality for work. About 10.9% use public transportation, and 65.5% use a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Halten
Based on the 2000 census, the main religions in Halten are:
- Roman Catholic: 34.6% of the population
- Swiss Reformed Church: 43.6% of the population
A smaller number of people belong to other Christian churches, or are Islamic or Buddhist. About 16.8% of the population did not belong to any church, or were agnostic or atheist.
Education in Halten
Many adults in Halten have a good education. About 44.2% of the population has finished upper secondary education, which is like high school. Also, 13.7% have completed higher education, such as attending a university or a specialized college (Fachhochschule).
In 2000, 54 students came to Halten for school from other towns. At the same time, 77 students from Halten went to schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Halten para niños
