Ludiano facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ludiano
Former municipality of Switzerland
Coat of arms
Ludiano Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Ludiano Location in Canton of Ticino Show map of Canton of Ticino
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Ticino
District	Blenio
Area
• Total	6.2 km2 (2.4 sq mi)
Elevation	477 m (1,565 ft)
Population  (December 2004)
• Total	346
• Density	55.8/km2 (144.5/sq mi)
Postal code	6721
Surrounded by	Acquarossa, Malvaglia, Semione, Sobrio

Ludiano was once a municipality in the Blenio district. It is located in the canton of Ticino in Switzerland. On March 15, 2011, Ludiano became part of the new municipality called Serravalle.

History of Ludiano

Ancient Times and Early Mentions

In 1926, people found an old grave in Ludiano. This grave contained items from the Iron Age. This shows that people lived in the area a very long time ago.

Ludiano is first mentioned in old writings in the year 1211. Back then, it was called Luguilano. In 1351, it was known as an important place for nearby farms and small villages.

The Church of S. Secondo

The main church in Ludiano is called S. Secondo. It was first mentioned in 1293. The church was rebuilt between 1779 and 1782. However, its old clock tower, built in the Romanesque style, was kept.

How People Lived and Worked

In the past, people in Ludiano mostly earned money from farming. They grew crops, raised animals, and had vineyards. Many people also left Ludiano to work in other European countries. They would send money back home, which helped the village.

In the mid-1800s, fewer people lived in Ludiano because many had moved away. But in the late 1900s, the number of people living there grew again. This led to many new homes being built. By 2000, about half the jobs in Ludiano were in making things. About one-fifth of the jobs were in services. Most people who worked lived in Ludiano but had jobs outside the village.

Geography of Ludiano

Where is Ludiano Located?

Ludiano is in the Blenio district. It sits on the right side of the lower Blenio valley.

Land Use in the Area

As of 1997, Ludiano covered an area of about 6.19 square kilometers (2.39 sq mi).

• About 8.6% of this land was used for farming.
• A large part, about 77.7%, was covered by forests.
• Around 4.0% of the land had buildings or roads.
• About 1.1% was rivers or lakes.
• The remaining 6.3% was unproductive land, like rocky areas.

Merging with Serravalle

On March 15, 2011, Ludiano joined with two other municipalities, Malvaglia and Semione. Together, they formed a new, larger municipality called Serravalle.

Coat of Arms

A coat of arms is like a special symbol for a town or family. Ludiano's coat of arms shows a red background. On it, there is a golden figure of Saint Secundus. He is holding a silver flag in one hand and a silver church in the other.

Population and People

Who Lives in Ludiano?

As of 2008, about 6.2% of the people living in Ludiano were from other countries. Over ten years, from 1997 to 2007, the number of people living in Ludiano grew by 32.6%.

Languages Spoken

Most people in Ludiano speak Italian. As of 2000, about 87.6% of the population spoke Italian. The next most common language was German, spoken by 5.8% of people. About 3.1% of the people spoke French.

Age Groups

As of 2009, here's how the population of Ludiano was divided by age:

• Children (0-9 years old): 13.2%
• Teenagers (10-19 years old): 12.7%
• Young Adults (20-29 years old): 8.5%
• Adults (30-59 years old): 37%
• Seniors (60 years and older): 28.6%

Historical Population Changes

The table below shows how Ludiano's population has changed over many years:

Economy of Ludiano

Jobs and Businesses

As of 2007, the unemployment rate in Ludiano was 2.88%. This means a small number of people who wanted jobs couldn't find them.

In 2005, people worked in different types of jobs:

• Primary sector: 25 people worked in farming or similar jobs. There were 10 businesses in this area.
• Secondary sector: 41 people worked in manufacturing or construction. There were 4 businesses in this area.
• Tertiary sector: 10 people worked in services, like shops or offices. There were 6 businesses in this area.

Commuting for Work

As of 2000, 34 workers traveled into Ludiano for their jobs. However, 87 workers who lived in Ludiano traveled outside the municipality for work. This means more people left Ludiano for work than came in. Most people (67.2%) used a private car to get to work, while 10.4% used public transportation.

Religion in Ludiano

Based on the 2000 census, most people in Ludiano were Roman Catholic, making up 79.0% of the population. About 6.5% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A small number of people belonged to other churches or did not state their religion.

Education in Ludiano

Switzerland is known for its good education system. In Ludiano, about 70.3% of adults (aged 25–64) have finished either higher secondary education or gone on to university or a specialized college.

Schools in Ludiano

As of 2009, there were 88 students in Ludiano. The education system in Ticino offers different levels of schooling:

• Kindergarten: This is for young children and is not required. In Ludiano, 16 children were in kindergarten.
• Primary School: This program lasts for five years. In Ludiano, 30 students attended regular primary schools.
• Lower Secondary School: After primary school, students can choose different paths. Some go to a two-year middle school. Others go to a four-year program to prepare for higher education.
• Upper Secondary School: This level prepares students for a trade or for university. Students might attend school while doing an internship or apprenticeship.
• Professional Programs: These programs last three years and train students for jobs in fields like engineering or nursing.

In 2000, 3 students came to Ludiano from other municipalities to attend school. At the same time, 21 students from Ludiano went to schools outside the municipality.

See also

In Spanish: Ludiano para niños