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 Lampenberg
Location in Switzerland
Lampenberg
Location in Canton of Basel-Landschaft
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Basel-Landschaft | |
| District | Waldenburg | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.01 km2 (1.55 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 522 m (1,713 ft) | |
| Population
(Jun 2021 )
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| • Total | 522 | |
| • Density | 130.17/km2 (337.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4432
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| Surrounded by | Bubendorf, Hölstein, Niederdorf | |
Lampenberg is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Switzerland. It is part of the Waldenburg district in the canton of Basel-Country.
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History of Lampenberg
Lampenberg was first mentioned in official records way back in 1226. It was known then as Lampenberc.
Geography and Land Use
Lampenberg covers an area of about 3.99 square kilometers (1.54 square miles). A big part of this land, about 54.6%, is used for farming. This includes fields for crops, pastures for animals, and areas for fruit trees.
About 39.1% of Lampenberg's land is covered by forests. The remaining 7.3% is where buildings and roads are located. This means most of the area is green and natural.
The town is nestled in a valley in the Waldenburg district. It sits between two valleys, the Vorderen Frenke and Hinteren Frenke. Lampenberg includes the main village and some smaller areas called hamlets.
Lampenberg's Coat of Arms
The official symbol, or blazon, of Lampenberg's coat of arms is simple. It shows a silver arrow point on a red background.
Population and People
Lampenberg has a population of about 507 people (as of 2023). A small number of residents, about 4%, are foreign nationals. Over the past ten years, the population has grown by about 10%.
Most people in Lampenberg speak German, which is about 96.8% of the population. A few people also speak French or Turkish.
In 2008, there were slightly more females (51.3%) than males (48.7%) living in Lampenberg. Most residents are Swiss citizens.
Age Groups in Lampenberg
In 2010, the population of Lampenberg included:
- Children (0-6 years old): 7.7%
- Teenagers (7-19 years old): 13.6%
- Young adults (20-29 years old): 10.3%
- Adults (30-64 years old): 51.3%
- Seniors (65 years and older): 17.1%
Homes in Lampenberg
In 2000, there were 167 private homes in Lampenberg. On average, about 2.6 people lived in each home. Many homes were single-family houses, making up about 69.3% of all inhabited buildings.
The historical population of Lampenberg is shown in the chart below:
Important Heritage Sites
Lampenberg is home to an important neolithic (New Stone Age) site. This site, called Stälzer, was used for making flint tools. It is recognized as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it's a very important historical place for the whole country.
Economy and Jobs
In 2010, Lampenberg had a low unemployment rate of 1.8%. This means most people who wanted to work had a job.
People in Lampenberg work in different areas:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs related to farming and natural resources. About 42 people worked in this area, mainly in agriculture.
- Secondary sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. Only a few people worked here, mostly in making things.
- Tertiary sector: This covers service jobs. About 24 people worked in services, including hotels, restaurants, and education.
Many people who live in Lampenberg travel to other towns for work. About 21.7% of the working population used public transportation to get to their jobs, while 52.9% used a private car.
Religion in Lampenberg
Based on the 2000 census, most people in Lampenberg belong to Christian churches. About 71% were part of the Swiss Reformed Church, and about 16.1% were Roman Catholic. A small number of people belonged to other Christian churches or no church at all.
Education in Lampenberg
Many adults in Lampenberg have completed a good level of education. About 40.1% have finished non-mandatory upper secondary education. Also, 15.4% have gone on to higher education, like university or a specialized college.
See also
In Spanish: Lampenberg para niños
