La Chaux-du-Milieu facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Chaux-du-Milieu
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Du Grand Cachot farmhouse near La Chaux-du-Milieu village
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 La Chaux-du-Milieu
Location in Switzerland
La Chaux-du-Milieu
Location in Canton of Neuchâtel
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Neuchâtel | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 17.31 km2 (6.68 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,081 m (3,547 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 514 | |
| • Density | 29.69/km2 (76.91/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
2405
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| Surrounded by | La Brévine, Le Cerneux-Péquignot, Le Locle, Les Ponts-de-Martel | |
La Chaux-du-Milieu is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Neuchâtel region of Switzerland. It's a beautiful place nestled in the Swiss countryside.
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History of La Chaux-du-Milieu
La Chaux-du-Milieu has a long history. It was first mentioned way back in 1310. At that time, it was known by a different name, calvum de Escoblon. Later, it was also called Chaux de Cachot and Chaux Baussan.
Geography and Nature
La Chaux-du-Milieu covers an area of about 17.3 square kilometers (6.7 square miles). A large part of this land is used for farming, about 49.1%. Almost half of the area, 48.3%, is covered by forests.
The rest of the land, about 2.5%, has buildings or roads. A very small part, 0.2%, is unproductive land. Most of the forested land is dense forest. Some areas also have orchards or small groups of trees. For farming, some land is used for crops, but most is for pastures where animals graze.
The town is located in the Brévine valley. Until 2018, it was part of the Le Locle district.
Town Symbols: Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol or logo for a town or family. La Chaux-du-Milieu has its own unique coat of arms. It shows a silver background. From the bottom, three green pine trees grow upwards. At the top, there is a black crow flying.
Population and People
La Chaux-du-Milieu has a population of about 437 people (as of December 2007). Over the last ten years, the population has grown by about 9.3%. This growth is due to both people moving in and more births than deaths.
Most people in La Chaux-du-Milieu speak French as their main language. About 97.7% of the population speaks French. A small number of people also speak German or Serbo-Croatian.
In 2008, the population was almost evenly split between males and females. About 50.2% were male and 49.8% were female. Most residents are Swiss citizens.
Many people in the town were born there or in the same region of Switzerland. About 42.2% were born in La Chaux-du-Milieu itself. Another 41.0% were born in the same canton (Neuchâtel).
Looking at age groups, young people (0–19 years old) make up about 27.6% of the population. Adults (20–64 years old) are the largest group at 58.8%. Seniors (over 64 years old) make up about 13.6%.
Most households in La Chaux-du-Milieu have an average of 2.7 people. Some households have only one person, while others have five or more. Most apartments in the town are lived in all year round.
Important Buildings and Sites
The Farm House Du Grand Cachot is a very important building in La Chaux-du-Milieu. It is listed as a Swiss heritage site of national importance. This means it's a special place that is protected because of its history and cultural value.
Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in La Chaux-du-Milieu was 2.9%. This means a small number of people who wanted to work couldn't find a job.
The town's economy involves different types of jobs:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to farming and forestry. About 78 people work in this sector.
- Secondary Sector: This includes jobs in manufacturing (making things) and construction. About 29 people work in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This includes jobs in services, like sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, and education. About 34 people work in this sector.
In 2008, there were 100 full-time equivalent jobs in the town. Many people who live in La Chaux-du-Milieu travel to other towns for work. About 8.9% of the working population uses public transportation to get to work, while 53.2% use a private car.
Religion
According to a 2000 survey, most people in La Chaux-du-Milieu belong to Christian churches. About 23.4% were Roman Catholic, and 57.5% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A small number of people belonged to other Christian churches or were Islamic. About 12.56% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education
In La Chaux-du-Milieu, many people have completed their education. About 35.2% of the population have finished upper secondary education, which is like high school. About 7.3% have gone on to higher education, like university.
In the Neuchâtel region, children usually attend two years of non-mandatory kindergarten. After that, they have five years of mandatory primary education. Then, they go to secondary school for four more years. Many students travel to larger schools outside their home town for secondary education.
During the 2010-2011 school year, La Chaux-du-Milieu had one kindergarten class with 18 students. It also had two primary classes with a total of 39 students. Some students from La Chaux-du-Milieu attend schools in other towns, and some students from other towns come to school in La Chaux-du-Milieu.
See also
In Spanish: La Chaux-du-Milieu para niños
