Känerkinden facts for kids
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Känerkinden
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 Känerkinden
Location in Switzerland
Känerkinden
Location in Canton of Basel-Landschaft
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Basel-Landschaft | |
| District | Sissach | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 1.48 km2 (0.57 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 551 m (1,808 ft) | |
| Population
(Jun 2021 )
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| • Total | 527 | |
| • Density | 356.1/km2 (922/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4447
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| Surrounded by | Buckten, Diegten, Läufelfingen, Wittinsburg | |
Känerkinden is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It's located in the canton of Basel-Country, specifically in the Sissach area. This charming place is nestled in the Jura Mountains, between two valleys.
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History of Känerkinden
Känerkinden has a long history. It was first mentioned in official records way back in 1359. At that time, its name was spelled Kennichingen.
Geography and Land Use
Känerkinden covers an area of about 1.48 square kilometers (0.57 square miles). A large part of this land, about 68.2%, is used for farming. This means there are many fields for growing crops and pastures for animals.
About 13.5% of the area is covered by thick forests. The remaining 15.5% is where buildings and roads are located. This includes homes, businesses, and transportation routes.
The town is situated in a small dip in the Jura Mountains. It lies between the Diegter valley and the Homburger valley.
Känerkinden's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Känerkinden's coat of arms is blue. It features a golden sun at the top. Below the sun, there is a silver plow. A plow is a tool used for farming.
People and Population
Känerkinden has a population of about 527 people. Most people in Känerkinden speak German. About 91.5% of the residents use German as their main language.
Some people also speak Italian or French. A very small number speak Romansh. In 2008, about 51.1% of the population were male and 48.9% were female.
The town has a mix of age groups. About 6.9% of the population are young children (0-6 years old). Teenagers, aged 7 to 19, make up about 13.7% of the residents.
Many people have lived in Känerkinden for a long time. About 26.2% of the people living there in 2000 were also born there.
Economy and Jobs
In 2007, Känerkinden had a low unemployment rate of 2.22%. This means most people who wanted to work had jobs.
Jobs in Känerkinden fall into three main types:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to farming. In 2005, about 14 people worked in this area.
- Secondary Sector: These jobs involve making things, like construction. About 6 people worked in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers service jobs, like working in shops, transportation, or education. About 18 people were employed in this sector.
Many people who live in Känerkinden travel to other towns for work. About 64.5% of workers use a private car to get to their jobs. About 16.7% use public transportation.
Religion in Känerkinden
According to a 2000 survey, most people in Känerkinden belong to a Christian church. About 63.2% are part of the Swiss Reformed Church. Another 19.0% are Roman Catholic.
There are also smaller groups of other Christian faiths. About 2.89% of the population are Islamic. Some people do not belong to any church.
Education and Learning
Education is important in Känerkinden. About 41.7% of the population have finished high school. This is called non-mandatory upper secondary education in Switzerland.
About 15.7% of the people have gone on to higher education. This means they have attended a university or a specialized college.
In 2000, 13 students came to Känerkinden from other towns for school. At the same time, 47 residents of Känerkinden went to schools outside the municipality.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Känerkinden has changed over the years. In 1680, there were 92 residents. By 1850, the population had grown to 190.
The population continued to increase, reaching 395 in 1990 and 484 in 2000. This shows a steady growth in the number of people calling Känerkinden home over many centuries.
Images for kids
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Känerkinden from above
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The coat of arms of Känerkinden
See also
In Spanish: Känerkinden para niños
