Mühledorf, Bern facts for kids
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Mühledorf
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 Mühledorf
Location in Switzerland
Mühledorf
Location in Canton of Bern
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Bern | |
| District | Bern-Mittelland | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.3 km2 (0.9 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 605 m (1,985 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2012)
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| • Total | 258 | |
| • Density | 112.2/km2 (291/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
3116
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| Surrounded by | Gelterfingen, Gerzensee, Kirchdorf, Kirchenthurnen, Mühlethurnen | |
Mühledorf was once a small town, or municipality, in Switzerland. It was located in the Canton of Bern, which is like a state in Switzerland. Mühledorf was part of the Bern-Mittelland administrative district.
On January 1, 2018, Mühledorf joined with two other towns, Gelterfingen and Noflen. They all became part of a larger town called Kirchdorf.
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History of Mühledorf
Mühledorf was first written about in the year 1364. Back then, it was called Mülidorf.
Early History and Changes
During the Middle Ages, Mühledorf was part of an area controlled by a powerful family, the Barons of Kramburg. In 1373, the village was given to a special religious group called the Münchenbuchsee Commandery.
Later, in 1528, the city of Bern decided to follow a new Christian faith, the Protestant Reformation. This meant they took control of the Commandery's lands. Mühledorf then became part of Bern's territory. In 1533, it was placed under the local court of Gelterfingen. The village has always been part of the church area of Kirchdorf.
Modern Changes and Work
Between 1855 and 1911, big projects helped drain the swampy land near the Gürbe and Müsche rivers. This created more farmland for people to use. It also made it easier to build roads to nearby towns like Belp and Rümligen.
Even today, farming is still an important job in Mühledorf. However, many people who live there now travel to other towns for work. About two-thirds of the workers commute to jobs in bigger cities nearby.
Geography of Mühledorf
Mühledorf covers an area of about 2.3 square kilometers (0.89 square miles). Most of this land, about 87.7%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 5.3% of the area. The rest, about 7.0%, has buildings and roads.
Land Use and Landscape
About 65.4% of the farmland is used for growing crops. Another 20.2% is used for pastures where animals graze. A small part, 2.2%, has orchards or vineyards.
The entire town and village of Mühledorf are located on a raised area of land. This area sits above the Gürbetal (Gürbe valley) and stretches towards Gerzensee lake.
Joining Other Towns
Before Mühledorf merged with Kirchdorf, several towns were thinking about joining together. These included Gelterfingen, Gerzensee, Kirchdorf, Mühledorf, and Noflen. They officially merged on January 1, 2018.
Mühledorf's Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol for a town or family. Mühledorf's coat of arms shows a red background with a white arch shape. Above the arch, there is a white mill wheel. This mill wheel likely represents the "Mühle" (mill) part of the town's name.
People of Mühledorf (Demographics)
In December 2012, Mühledorf had a population of 258 people. About 3.9% of these people were not Swiss citizens.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Mühledorf speak German. In 2000, about 97.3% of the people spoke German as their main language. A small number of people also spoke French or Romansh.
Where People Were Born
In 2000, about 32.2% of the people living in Mühledorf were also born there. Many others, about 48.6%, were born in the same canton (state) of Bern. A smaller number were born in other parts of Switzerland or outside the country.
Age Groups
In 2012, about 25.2% of the people in Mühledorf were children and teenagers (under 20 years old). Adults (20-64 years old) made up 60.1% of the population. Seniors (over 64 years old) made up 14.7%.
Population Over Time
The chart below shows how the population of Mühledorf has changed over many years.
Important Buildings and Sites
Mühledorf has a special building called a granary at Filgesse 31. A granary is a building used to store grain. This granary is considered a very important heritage site in Switzerland.
Economy: How People Work
In 2011, the unemployment rate in Mühledorf was very low, at 0.82%. This means almost everyone who wanted a job had one.
Types of Jobs
In 2011, 57 people worked in Mühledorf. Jobs are often grouped into three main types:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs that get raw materials from nature, like farming. In Mühledorf, 26 people worked in farming.
- Secondary sector: This includes jobs that make things, like manufacturing or construction. Five people worked in this area.
- Tertiary sector: This includes jobs that provide services, like shops, restaurants, or schools. 26 people worked in service jobs.
Commuting for Work
Many people who live in Mühledorf travel to other towns for work. In 2000, 75 people commuted out of Mühledorf for their jobs. Only 15 people came into Mühledorf to work. This means Mühledorf sends out more workers than it brings in.
About 11.8% of workers used public transportation to get to their jobs. Most people, 51.8%, used a private car.
Religion in Mühledorf
Based on information from 2000, most people in Mühledorf belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. About 84.7% of the population were part of this church. A small number of people were Roman Catholic or belonged to other Christian churches. Some people were Muslim, and others did not belong to any church.
Education in Mühledorf
In Mühledorf, many adults have a good education. About 67.6% have finished upper secondary education, which is like high school. About 21.3% have gone on to higher education, like a university or a specialized college.
The School System in Bern
The Canton of Bern has a specific school system. It starts with one year of optional Kindergarten. After that, students go to six years of Primary school. Then, they attend three years of lower Secondary school. In secondary school, students are grouped based on their abilities. After lower Secondary, students can continue their education or start an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
Local Schools
During the 2011-2012 school year, 14 students attended classes in Mühledorf. There were no kindergarten classes in the town. There was one primary school class with 14 students. A small number of these students were not Swiss citizens or spoke a different language at home.
In 2000, 13 students lived and went to school in Mühledorf. One student came from another town to attend school there. Also, 11 students who lived in Mühledorf went to schools outside the town.
See also
In Spanish: Mühledorf (Berna) para niños
