Mauborget facts for kids
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Mauborget
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 Mauborget
Location in Switzerland
Mauborget
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.52 km2 (2.13 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,173 m (3,848 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 127 | |
| • Density | 23.01/km2 (59.59/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Lè Tsayou Les Grillons |
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| Postal code |
1453
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| Surrounded by | Fleurier (NE), Romairon, Villars-Burquin, Fontaines-sur-Grandson | |
Mauborget is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Switzerland. It is found in the Jura-Nord Vaudois area of the canton of Vaud.
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Discovering Mauborget: A Swiss Village
Mauborget is a charming village in Switzerland. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. This small town is a great place to learn about Swiss life.
Mauborget's Early Days
The first time Mauborget was written about was in the year 1403. Back then, it was called Malborget. This shows the village has a long history.
Where is Mauborget Located?
Mauborget is nestled between two mountains. These are the Chasseron mountain and Mont Aubert. The village sits on the road that connects Grandson to Môtiers.
It is the highest village in the Vaudois Jura region. Mauborget is about 1,170 meters (3,839 feet) above sea level. This high location gives it amazing views.
How Big is Mauborget?
Mauborget covers an area of about 5.51 square kilometers (2.13 square miles). A large part of this land is covered by forests. About 70% of the area is forested land.
Another 25% of the land is used for farming. This means there are fields and pastures for animals. Only a small part, about 4%, has buildings and roads.
Mauborget's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Mauborget's coat of arms has a design with six vertical stripes. These stripes are silver and blue. Over the top of these stripes is a red band that looks a bit torn or jagged.
People of Mauborget
Mauborget is a small community. The number of people living there changes over time. In 2008, about 9.7% of the people were from other countries.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Mauborget speak French. About 93% of the population uses French. Some people also speak German or English.
Where People Were Born
In 2000, about 27% of the people living in Mauborget were born there. Many others, about 38%, were born in the same canton of Vaud. Some people, about 25%, were born elsewhere in Switzerland. About 9% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Mauborget
The population of Mauborget includes people of all ages. In 2009, about 8% were young children (0-9 years old). Teenagers (10-19 years old) made up about 13% of the population.
Adults aged 20 to 59 made up about 42% of the population. Older adults, aged 60 and above, made up about 37% of the population.
Homes in Mauborget
In 2000, there were 37 private households in Mauborget. On average, each household had about 2.2 people. Many homes were single-family houses. About 79% of the buildings were single-family homes.
Most of the apartments in Mauborget have four rooms. Many apartments are used for seasonal stays, like vacation homes.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Mauborget has changed a lot over the years. You can see how the population has grown and shrunk in the chart below.
Working in Mauborget
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Mauborget was 9.2%. This means that 9.2% of people looking for work could not find a job.
Types of Jobs
In 2008, most jobs in Mauborget were in the primary economic sector. This means jobs related to agriculture, like farming. There were 15 people working in this sector.
There were also jobs in the tertiary sector. This sector includes services, like hotels or restaurants. Six people worked in this area.
Getting to Work
In 2000, many people who lived in Mauborget worked outside the village. About 6.5% of workers used public transportation. A larger number, about 47.8%, drove their own cars to work.
Beliefs and Education
Mauborget is home to people with different beliefs. It also has a school system for its young residents.
Religious Groups
According to a 2000 survey, about 21% of the people in Mauborget were Roman Catholic. A larger group, about 52%, belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.
Some people belonged to other Christian churches. A small number, about 2.35%, were Islamic. About 19% of the population did not belong to any church.
Schooling in Mauborget
In Mauborget, many adults have completed a good level of education. About 42% have finished upper secondary education. This is like high school.
About 15% have gone on to higher education. This means they attended a university or a specialized college.
Local School System
In the 2009/2010 school year, Mauborget had 11 students in its school district. The canton of Vaud provides two years of optional pre-school.
Children attend primary school for four years. In Mauborget, there were 4 students in primary school. The middle school program lasts for six years, and 7 students were in these schools.
Interesting Facts
Mauborget is mentioned in the story of how dwarf rose plants were first bred. This shows the village has a connection to the world of plants.
See also
In Spanish: Mauborget para niños
