Kernenried facts for kids
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Kernenried
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 Kernenried
Location in Switzerland
Kernenried
Location in Canton of Bern
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Bern | |
| District | Emmental | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.33 km2 (1.29 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 506 m (1,660 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 547 | |
| • Density | 164.3/km2 (425.4/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
3309
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| Surrounded by | Fraubrunnen, Hindelbank, Lyssach, Münchringen, Zauggenried | |
Kernenried is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Emmental area, which is part of the canton of Bern.
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History of Kernenried
Kernenried was first mentioned in old writings around the years 1261-1263. Back then, it was called Reide. Later, in 1318, it was known as Kerrenriet.
Early Settlements and Discoveries
The oldest sign of people living in this area is a very old burial mound. This mound dates back to the Hallstatt culture, an ancient time in Europe. Also, a collection of Roman era coins was found near the border of a nearby town called Zauggenried.
Medieval Times and Castle Life
During the Middle Ages, the area of Kernenried was ruled by a powerful family called Kerro. They were knights who served the Counts of Kyburg. The Kerro family lived in a special water castle in a place called Mösli. However, in 1318, the city of Bern attacked and destroyed their castle. Bern then took over the Kerro family's lands.
Later, a rich family from Bern, the von Erlachs, received the village. This happened as part of a dowry, which was a gift given when someone got married. In 1579, Kernenried was given to a hospital in Bern to help support it. After a big change in government in 1803, the village became part of the Burgdorf district.
Village Chapel and Modern Changes
Kernenried used to have its own chapel, which was a small church. It was connected to the main church in Kirchberg. After the Protestant Reformation, a time when many churches changed, the chapel was no longer used and was eventually taken down. Today, the village is still part of the Kirchberg church area.
Even though a highway is close by, which has made some people who work in cities move here, Kernenried still feels like a farming village. It also has many small local businesses. Kernenried and the nearby town of Zauggenried share a school system for their children.
Geography of Kernenried
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Kernenried covers an area of about 3.3 square kilometers (1.3 square miles). A large part of this land, about 60.1%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 23.7% of the area.
Land Use and Natural Features
About 14.7% of Kernenried is covered by buildings and roads. A small amount, less than 1%, is made up of rivers or lakes. The rest is land that cannot be used for farming or building.
Most of the built-up areas are homes and other buildings. Roads and transportation areas also take up a good portion. The forests in Kernenried are mostly dense, thick woods. For farming, most land is used for growing crops. Some areas are pastures for animals, and a small part is for fruit trees. All the water in the municipality comes from flowing rivers or streams.
The town is located right on the Urtenen river.
Administrative Changes
On December 31, 2009, the old district of Burgdorf, where Kernenried belonged, was closed down. The very next day, January 1, 2010, Kernenried became part of a new district called Verwaltungskreis Emmental.
Coat of Arms
The blazon (official description) of Kernenried's coat of arms is simple. It shows a red shield with a silver stripe going diagonally across it. There is also a silver star on the shield.
Population and People
Kernenried has a population of about 450 people. In 2010, about 6.8% of the people living there were from other countries. Over the past ten years (2000-2010), the population has slightly decreased. This was mostly because more people moved away than moved in.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Kernenried speak German as their main language. About 98% of the population speaks German. A small number of people also speak Macedonian or French.
Population Breakdown
In 2008, the population was almost evenly split between men and women. About 49% were men and 51% were women. Most people in Kernenried were born either in the town itself or in the same canton of Bern. A smaller number were born elsewhere in Switzerland or outside the country.
In 2010, young people (ages 0-19) made up about 20.5% of the population. Adults (ages 20-64) were the largest group, at 61.6%. Seniors (over 64 years old) made up 17.8% of the population.
Households and Living Spaces
In 2000, there were many single people living in Kernenried who had never been married. Most people were married. There were also some widows, widowers, and divorced individuals.
The town had 28 households where only one person lived. There were also 16 households with five or more people. Most of the apartments in Kernenried were lived in all the time. Only a few were used seasonally or were empty.
Historical Population Chart
The chart below shows how Kernenried's population has changed over many years:
Economy and Jobs
In 2011, Kernenried had a low unemployment rate of 1.59%. This means most people who wanted jobs had them. In 2008, there were 104 people working in the municipality.
Main Job Sectors
Jobs are often divided into three main groups:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs like farming, fishing, and forestry. In Kernenried, 36 people worked in this sector, mostly in agriculture. There were about 10 businesses in this area.
- Secondary sector: This involves making things, like in factories. 13 people worked in this sector, mainly in manufacturing. There were 2 businesses.
- Tertiary sector: This includes jobs that provide services, like shops, restaurants, and schools. 55 people worked in this sector, with 12 businesses.
Types of Jobs in the Tertiary Sector
In the service sector, many jobs were in sales, like shops or car repair. Some people worked in hotels or restaurants. Others were professionals, like scientists, or worked in education.
Commuting for Work
In 2000, 25 workers came into Kernenried for their jobs. However, 190 workers left the town to work somewhere else. This means Kernenried sends out more workers than it brings in. Most people used a private car to get to work, while some used public transportation.
Religion in Kernenried
Based on information from 2000, most people in Kernenried belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church, which is a Protestant church. A smaller number were Roman Catholic. There were also a few people who belonged to other Christian churches, including the Orthodox church. A small group of people followed Islam. Some people did not belong to any church, or were agnostic (meaning they don't know if God exists) or atheist (meaning they don't believe in God).
Education in Kernenried
Many adults in Kernenried have completed a good level of education. About 45.2% have finished non-mandatory upper secondary education, which is like high school. Also, 13.5% have gone on to higher education, either at a university or a specialized college called a Fachhochschule.
The Swiss School System
The school system in the Canton of Bern works like this:
- Children start with one year of non-required Kindergarten.
- Then, they go to six years of Primary school.
- After that, there are three years of required lower Secondary school. In this stage, students are grouped based on their abilities.
- After lower Secondary, students can choose to continue their schooling or start an apprenticeship, where they learn a trade while working.
Students in Kernenried
During the 2010-2011 school year, 57 students attended classes in Kernenried. There was one kindergarten class with 8 students. The town had three primary school classes with 49 students. A small number of these primary students spoke a different language at home than the one used in the classroom.
In 2000, 24 students came to Kernenried from other towns to go to school. At the same time, 32 students from Kernenried went to schools outside the municipality.
See also
In Spanish: Kernenried para niños
