La Baroche facts for kids
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La Baroche
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Charmoille village church in La Baroche
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 La Baroche
Location in Switzerland
La Baroche
Location in Canton of Jura
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Jura | |
| District | Porrentruy | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.07 km2 (12.00 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 479 m (1,572 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,135 | |
| • Density | 36.530/km2 (94.61/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
2946
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| Localities | Asuel, Charmoille, Fregiécourt, Miécourt, Pleujouse | |
La Baroche is a special kind of town, called a municipality, in the Jura region of Switzerland. It's part of the Porrentruy district. This municipality was created on January 1, 2009. It was formed by joining five smaller towns: Asuel, Charmoille, Fregiécourt, Miécourt, and Pleujouse.
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History of La Baroche Villages
The towns that make up La Baroche have a long history. Each one was first mentioned many centuries ago.
When Villages Were First Mentioned
- Asuel was first written about in the year 1136.
- Charmoille was also mentioned in 1136.
- Fregiécourt appeared in records in 1136.
- Miécourt is even older, first mentioned in 866.
- Pleujouse was first recorded in 1105.
Geography and Land Use
La Baroche covers an area of about 31.1 square kilometers. That's roughly 12 square miles. It's a place with a lot of green space.
How the Land is Used
Almost half of the land, about 49%, is used for farming. This means fields for crops and pastures for animals. Another big part, about 45%, is covered by forests.
A smaller part, about 5%, has buildings and roads. Rivers and lakes make up a tiny bit, less than 1%. There's also a very small amount of land that isn't used for anything, like rocky areas.
Population and People
La Baroche is home to about 1,194 people. Most of the people living here are Swiss. A small number, about 5.8%, are from other countries.
Languages Spoken in La Baroche
Most people in La Baroche speak French. About 90% of the population uses French as their main language. The second most common language is German, spoken by about 8% of the people. A small number, less than 1%, speak Italian.
Age Groups in the Community
The population of La Baroche includes people of all ages.
- Children and teenagers (up to 19 years old) make up about 23% of the population.
- Adults (20 to 64 years old) are the largest group, making up about 54% of the population.
- Seniors (over 64 years old) make up about 22% of the population.
Important Heritage Sites
La Baroche has some important historical places. These sites are protected because they are part of Switzerland's heritage.
National Heritage Sites
- The old castle ruins and an abandoned village in Asuel Castle are very important.
- A special farm house at Grand-Rue No 101 in Miécourt is also a national heritage site.
Swiss Heritage Inventory
The whole village of Miécourt and the area around Pleujouse are listed in the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means they are recognized for their special cultural value.
Economy and Jobs
The economy of La Baroche involves different types of jobs. People work in various sectors to support the community.
Main Job Sectors
- Primary Sector: About 115 people work in this sector. This includes jobs like farming, forestry, and fishing. There are around 50 businesses in this area.
- Secondary Sector: About 125 people work in this sector. These jobs involve making things, like manufacturing or construction. There are about 18 businesses here.
- Tertiary Sector: This is the largest sector, with 254 people working in it. These jobs are about providing services, like working in shops, schools, or offices. There are 33 businesses in this sector.
Most people in La Baroche use a private car to get to work. About 6% use public transportation.
Education System
The Canton of Jura has a clear school system for students.
School Levels in Jura
- Kindergarten: Children can attend two years of kindergarten, which is not required.
- Primary School: After kindergarten, students go to primary school for six years. This is required for everyone.
- Lower Secondary School: After primary school, there are three years of required secondary school. Students are grouped based on their skills.
- Upper Secondary School: After lower secondary, students can choose to go to an upper secondary school for three or four years. They can also start an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
La Baroche Schools
In the 2009-2010 school year, La Baroche had 134 students in 8 classes. There were 2 kindergarten classes with 29 students. There were also 6 primary classes with 105 students. Since there are only nine secondary schools in the whole canton, students from La Baroche go to secondary school in other towns.
See also
In Spanish: La Baroche para niños
