Inwil facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Inwil
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Inwil Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Inwil Location in Canton of Lucerne Show map of Canton of Lucerne
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Lucerne
District	Hochdorf
Area
• Total	10.32 km2 (3.98 sq mi)
Elevation	423 m (1,388 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	2,706
• Density	262.21/km2 (679.1/sq mi)
Postal code	6034
Surrounded by	Ballwil, Buchrain, Dietwil (AG), Eschenbach, Gisikon, Honau, Root, Sins (AG)

Inwil is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Hochdorf area of the Lucerne region in Switzerland. It's a great place to learn about Swiss life and history.

A Look Back: Inwil's History

Inwil was first mentioned in old writings in the year 1145. Back then, it was known by the name Ingenwilare. This shows that the town has a long and interesting past.

Exploring Inwil's Geography

An aerial view of Inwil from 1953, showing how the town looked many years ago.

Inwil covers an area of about 10.3 square kilometers (which is about 4 square miles). A big part of this land, around 70.8%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields and pastures.

About 16.3% of Inwil is covered by forests. The rest of the land, about 11.4%, has buildings and roads. A small part, 1.5%, is made up of rivers or other natural areas.

Where is Inwil Located?

The town of Inwil is found in the Reuss River valley, which is also known as the Reusstal. It sits right on the edge of the Canton of Aargau, another region in Switzerland.

People and Population in Inwil

Inwil is home to a growing number of people. In recent years, the population has increased quite a bit. Most people in Inwil speak German, which is the main language. Some other languages spoken include Serbo-Croatian and Portuguese.

How Old are Inwil's Residents?

The people living in Inwil come from all age groups. About 26% of the population are young people aged 0 to 19 years old. Around 28.5% are young adults between 20 and 39 years old. The largest group, about 33.5%, are adults aged 40 to 64. There are also older residents, with about 8.9% being 65 to 79 years old, and a smaller number of people over 80.

Education in Inwil

People in Switzerland are generally well-educated. In Inwil, many adults (around 78.3%) have completed advanced education. This includes either high school or higher education like university or a specialized college.

Homes and Work in Inwil

Inwil has many homes, including single-family houses and buildings with multiple apartments. Most homes are two or three stories tall.

The town also has a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who want to work can find jobs. Many people in Inwil work in different areas:

• Farming: About 230 people work in farming and related businesses.
• Manufacturing: Around 253 people work in factories or making things.
• Services: About 367 people work in service jobs, like shops, offices, or healthcare.

Religious Beliefs in Inwil

Most people in Inwil are Roman Catholic. There are also people who are Protestant and follow other Christian faiths. A small number of residents are Muslim, and some people do not belong to any organized religion.

Inwil's Population Over Time

The table below shows how Inwil's population has changed throughout history:

See also

In Spanish: Inwil para niños