Jussy, Switzerland facts for kids
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 Jussy
Location in Switzerland
Jussy
Location in Canton of Geneva
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Geneva | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.35 km2 (4.38 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 470 m (1,540 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,233 | |
| • Density | 108.63/km2 (281.36/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1254
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| Surrounded by | Gy, Juvigny (FR-74), Machilly (FR-74), Meinier, Presinge, Saint-Cergues (FR-74) | |
Jussy (French pronunciation: [ʒysi]) is a small town, also called a municipality, in the Canton of Geneva, Switzerland. It's a lovely place where you can find the old and famous Chateau Du Crest (Crest Castle).
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History of Jussy
Jussy has a long history! It was first mentioned way back in 1180. Back then, it was known as Jussiacum Episcopi.
Geography of Jussy
Jussy covers an area of about 11.35 square kilometers (4.38 sq mi). That's like 1,135 football fields! A big part of this land, about 55%, is used for farming. Another 36.7% is covered by forests. The rest of the land has buildings, roads, or rivers.
The town is located on the left side of the Rhone river. It's also right on the border between Switzerland and France. Jussy is actually one of the biggest towns in the whole Geneva canton.
Highest Point in Geneva
The highest point in the Canton of Geneva is called Les Arales. It's about 516 m (1,693 ft) high and is located in Jussy, near a small village called Monniaz.
Villages and Hamlets in Jussy
Jussy isn't just one big area. It includes the main village of Jussy and smaller areas called hamlets. These include Sionnet, Monniaz, and Château-du-Crest. Other parts are Jussy - village, Lullier, Jussy - Les Meurets, and Jussy - Grands-Bois.
People and Population in Jussy
Jussy has a population of 1,233 people (as of December 2020). About 20.6% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the last 10 years, the number of people living in Jussy has grown by about 16.7%.
Languages Spoken in Jussy
Most people in Jussy speak French. About 89.9% of the population uses French. The next most common language is German, spoken by about 3.2% of the people. After that, about 1.9% speak English. There are also some people who speak Italian.
Age Groups in Jussy
When we look at the age of people in Jussy (as of 2000):
- Children and teenagers (0–19 years old) make up about 30.8% of the population.
- Adults (20–64 years old) are the largest group, making up 57.4%.
- Seniors (over 64 years old) make up about 11.8%.
Where People Were Born
About 23.6% of the people in Jussy were born there. Another 28.8% were born in the same canton (Geneva). About 21% were born somewhere else in Switzerland, and 22.8% were born outside of Switzerland.
Population Changes Over Time
The chart below shows how the population of Jussy has changed over many years. You can see how it has grown and shrunk at different times.
Foreign Residents in Jussy
Jussy is home to people from many different countries. Here are some of the largest groups of foreign residents in 2013:
| Nationality | Amount | % total (population) |
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 France |
87 | 7.0 |
 UK |
40 | 3.2 |
 Portugal |
32 | 2.6 |
 Netherlands |
16 | 1.3 |
 Italy |
12 | 1.0 |
 Belgium |
9 | 0.7 |
 Spain |
8 | 0.6 |
 Germany |
6 | 0.5 |
 Poland |
6 | 0.5 |
 USA |
6 | 0.5 |
Important Heritage Sites
Jussy has some very important historical places. The Crest Castle and its surrounding buildings are considered a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means they are very important to Switzerland's history and culture. The whole village of Jussy and the hamlet of Sionnet are also part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites.
Economy and Jobs in Jussy
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Jussy was low, at 2.5%. This means most people who wanted to work had jobs.
Types of Jobs
People in Jussy work in different kinds of jobs:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming, where people grow crops or raise animals. In 2008, about 69 people worked in this area.
- Secondary Sector: These jobs involve making things, like in factories (manufacturing) or building things (construction). About 36 people worked in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This is the biggest sector and includes jobs that provide services. Examples are working in shops, restaurants, schools, or healthcare. About 279 people worked in this sector.
Many people who live in Jussy also travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 368 people left Jussy to work elsewhere, while 212 people came into Jussy for their jobs. Most people (66.2%) use a private car to get to work, while 11.4% use public transportation.
Religion in Jussy
According to the 2000 census, people in Jussy follow different religions:
- About 34.6% were Roman Catholic.
- About 37.1% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.
- Smaller numbers of people belonged to other Christian churches, Orthodox churches, or were Jewish or Islamic.
- About 19.87% of the population said they didn't belong to any church, or were agnostic or atheist.
Weather in Jussy
Jussy usually has about 118 days of rain or snow each year. On average, it gets about 953 mm (37.5 in) of precipitation (rain or snow).
Wettest and Driest Months
- The wettest month is June, with an average of 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain or snow over about 10.1 days.
- May has the most days with precipitation (about 11.8 days), but with slightly less rain or snow than June.
- The driest month is July, with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) of precipitation over about 8.1 days.
Education in Jussy
Education is important in Jussy. About 28.9% of the people have finished high school, and 23.7% have gone on to higher education, like university.
School System
The school system in Geneva Canton allows young children to attend two years of non-required Kindergarten. After that, students go to six years of primary school. Some children might attend smaller, special classes if they need extra help.
The secondary school program has three required years, followed by three to five years of optional advanced schools. In the 2009-2010 school year, there were 278 students in the Jussy school system.
Local Library
Jussy is home to the Ecole d'Ingénieurs de Lullier (EIL) library. In 2008, this library had over 12,615 books and other media. It loaned out more than 11,124 items that year. The library was open for 355 days, for about 49 hours each week.
