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Itingen
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 Itingen
Location in Switzerland
Itingen
Location in Canton of Basel-Landschaft
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Basel-Landschaft | |
| District | Sissach | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.13 km2 (1.21 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 363 m (1,191 ft) | |
| Population
(Jun 2021 )
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| • Total | 2,216 | |
| • Density | 708.0/km2 (1,834/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4452
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| Surrounded by | Lausen, Ramlinsburg, Sissach, Zunzgen | |
Itingen is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Sissach district. It is part of the canton of Basel-Country in Switzerland. Itingen is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and its quiet community life.
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History of Itingen
Itingen has a long history. It was first mentioned in official records way back in 1226. At that time, it was known as Utingen. Later, in 1454, its name changed slightly to Uetingen. Over time, it became the Itingen we know today.
Geography of Itingen
Itingen covers an area of about 3.14 square kilometers (about 1.2 square miles). A large part of this area, almost half, is covered by forests. About 28.7% of the land is used for farming. The rest of the land, about 23.9%, has buildings and roads.
The town is located in the middle of the Ergolz valley. The older part of Itingen is found near the old main road and close to the train line that connects Basel and Olten.
Itingen's Coat of Arms
The blazon (description) of Itingen's municipal coat of arms is quite unique. It shows a silver fish with wings on a red background. This design is called Gules, a Fish nainaint winged Argent.
People of Itingen
Itingen has a population of about 2216 people. A small part of the population, around 15.6%, are people from other countries.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Itingen speak German. This is the main language for about 89.1% of the residents. Other languages spoken include Italian language (3.7%) and Serbo-Croatian (2.5%).
Where People Come From
Many people living in Itingen were born there or in the same canton. About 22.1% of the people were born in Itingen itself. Another 32.6% were born in the same canton, while 27.7% were born elsewhere in Switzerland. About 16.2% of the population were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Itingen
The population of Itingen includes people of all ages.
- About 6.4% are young children (0-6 years old).
- Around 13.9% are teenagers (7-19 years old).
- Adults aged 20-64 make up a large part of the population, around 66.3%.
- Older adults (65 and over) make up about 13.4% of the population.
Homes and Families
In Itingen, there are about 669 private homes. On average, about 2.4 people live in each home. Some homes have just one person, while others are families with children.
Historical Population Growth
The number of people living in Itingen has changed a lot over the years. This chart shows how the population has grown:
What to See in Itingen
The entire village of Itingen is considered an important part of Swiss heritage. This means it has special historical and cultural value.
Economy and Jobs
Itingen has a healthy economy with many people working. The unemployment rate is quite low, around 3.57%.
Types of Jobs
Jobs in Itingen fall into three main groups:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs like farming and forestry. About 8 people work in this area.
- Secondary sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. Around 445 people work in factories or building things.
- Tertiary sector: This covers services like sales, transport, hotels, and professional jobs. About 820 people work in this sector.
Many people also travel into Itingen for work. About 1.4 workers come into Itingen for every one person who leaves to work elsewhere. Most people use public transport or private cars to get to work.
Religion in Itingen
In Itingen, people follow different religions.
- About 54.9% of the people belong to the Swiss Reformed Church (a Protestant church).
- Around 25.0% are Roman Catholic.
- Smaller groups include Orthodox Christians, other Christian churches, and Islamic people.
- About 11.19% of the population do not belong to any church or have no specific religion.
Transportation
Itingen is connected by train. It sits on the Hauenstein line and has its own train stop called Itingen railway station. This makes it easy for people to travel to and from the town.
Education
Education is important in Itingen. Many people have completed higher levels of schooling.
- About 45.8% of the population have finished non-mandatory upper secondary education.
- Around 13.3% have gone on to complete even higher education, like university or a specialized college.
Most students from Itingen attend schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Itingen para niños
