Lignerolle facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lignerolle
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Municipal administration of Lignerolle
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 Lignerolle
Location in Switzerland
Lignerolle
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.64 km2 (4.11 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 760 m (2,490 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 435 | |
| • Density | 40.88/km2 (105.89/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Lignerollois Les Bœufs |
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| Postal code |
1357
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| Surrounded by | L'Abergement, Les Clées, Ballaigues, France (pays) | |
Lignerolle is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Jura-Nord Vaudois area of the canton of Vaud in Switzerland. It's a charming place nestled in the beautiful Swiss countryside.
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A Glimpse into Lignerolle's Past
Lignerolle is quite old! It was first mentioned in historical records way back around 1160–64. Back then, it was known as de Lineroles. Imagine how much history has happened there since then!
Exploring Lignerolle's Geography
Lignerolle covers an area of about 10.7 square kilometers (which is about 4.1 square miles). A big part of this land, almost half (48.5%), is used for farming. Another large portion, 46.3%, is covered by forests, making it a very green place. Only a small part (4.7%) has buildings and roads.
This town is located on the slopes of the Suchet mountain, which means it has some lovely views. Lignerolle used to be part of the Orbe District. But in 2006, it became part of the newer Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
Understanding Lignerolle's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Lignerolle's coat of arms is described as Or, a Buck passant Gules. This means it shows a red buck (a male deer) walking across a golden background. It's a unique symbol that represents the town.
Who Lives in Lignerolle?
Lignerolle is a small community. As of the latest information, it has a population of around 360 people. About 10% of the people living here are foreign nationals. Over the past ten years, the population has grown by about 17.4%. This growth is mostly because people have moved to Lignerolle, but also because of births.
Most people in Lignerolle (about 94.6%) speak French. Some also speak German (3.0%) and Italian (0.9%).
The town has people of all ages. About 8.6% of the population are young children (0-9 years old), and 17.4% are teenagers (10-19 years old). The rest are adults and seniors.
In 2000, there were 126 households in Lignerolle, with about 2.6 people living in each home on average.
The chart below shows how Lignerolle's population has changed over many years:
Important Sights in Lignerolle
The entire village of Lignerolle is considered a special historical place. It's part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites, which means it has important cultural value and is protected.
Lignerolle's Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Lignerolle was 4.6%. Many people in Lignerolle work in different areas:
- Farming and Nature (Primary Sector): About 29 people work in farming, forestry, or other nature-related jobs. There are about 10 businesses in this area.
- Making Things (Secondary Sector): Around 13 people work in manufacturing or construction. There are 4 businesses in this sector.
- Services (Tertiary Sector): About 21 people work in service jobs, like shops, restaurants, or education. There are 10 businesses in this sector.
In 2008, there were 51 full-time equivalent jobs in Lignerolle. Many people who live in Lignerolle travel to other towns for work. About 66.7% of the working population uses a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Lignerolle
Based on the 2000 census, about 51.2% of the people in Lignerolle belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. Another 9.9% were Roman Catholic. A good number of people (about 32.6%) belonged to other Christian churches. Some people (17.66%) said they didn't belong to any church.
Education in Lignerolle
Education is important in Lignerolle. About 40.7% of the adults have finished high school, and 8.4% have gone on to higher education, like university.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 56 students in the Lignerolle school district.
- Primary School: Students attend primary school for four years. There were 23 students in the local primary school program.
- Lower Secondary School: This program lasts for six years, and there were 33 students attending these schools.
Some students from Lignerolle travel to schools in other towns, and some students from other towns come to school in Lignerolle.
