Mauraz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mauraz
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 Mauraz
Location in Switzerland
Mauraz
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Morges | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.50 km2 (0.19 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 625 m (2,051 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 59 | |
| • Density | 118.0/km2 (306/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1148
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| Surrounded by | L'Isle, Montricher, Pampigny | |
Mauraz is a small and charming town in Switzerland. It's located in the canton of Vaud, specifically in the Morges area. It's a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful surroundings.
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A Look Back: History of Mauraz
Mauraz has a long history! The first time anyone wrote about Mauraz was in 1324. Back then, it was called Moraz. Later, in 1547, its name changed slightly to Moura.
Exploring Mauraz: Geography and Nature
Mauraz covers a small area of about 0.5 square kilometers (0.19 square miles). A big part of this land, about 76%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields and pastures.
About 10% of Mauraz is covered by forests. The remaining 8% is where buildings and roads are located. The town is nestled where two rivers, the Veyron and the Morand, meet.
Changes in Districts
Until 2006, Mauraz was part of the Cossonay District. But then, the districts were reorganized. Mauraz became part of the new Morges District.
Understanding the Mauraz Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. It tells a story about the place. The coat of arms for Mauraz shows a blue background. On it, there's a silver wall with battlements, outlined in black. This design is called Azure, a Wall embattled Argent masoned Sable.
Who Lives in Mauraz: Population and People
Mauraz is a small community. As of the latest information, about 59 people live here. Over the past ten years, the population has grown by about 31%. This growth is due to people moving in and new births.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Mauraz speak French. About 95.8% of the residents use French as their main language. A few people also speak German or Italian.
Where People Come From
In 2000, about 35.4% of the people living in Mauraz were born there. Another 33.3% were born in the same canton of Vaud. Some residents came from other parts of Switzerland, and about 10.4% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Mauraz
The population of Mauraz includes people of all ages. About 16.4% are children under 9 years old. Teenagers (10-19 years old) make up about 10.9% of the population. The largest group, about 25.5%, are adults between 40 and 49 years old.
Homes and Households
In 2000, there were 20 private households in Mauraz. On average, about 2.4 people lived in each home. Some homes had just one person, while others had five or more. Most homes were permanently occupied.
Population Changes Over Time
The chart below shows how Mauraz's population has changed through history. You can see how the number of people living in the town has gone up and down over many years.
How Mauraz Works: Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Mauraz was 4%. This means most people who wanted to work had jobs.
Types of Jobs
Jobs in Mauraz are divided into three main groups:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to farming and natural resources. In 2008, 11 people worked in this sector, mostly in agriculture.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing and making things. Only 1 person worked in this sector in 2008.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers service jobs. In 2008, 3 people worked in this sector. These jobs included selling or repairing cars, and working as technical professionals.
Getting to Work
Many people who live in Mauraz travel outside the town for work. In 2000, 56% of working residents used a private car to get to their jobs. A smaller number, 4%, used public transportation.
Transportation
Mauraz has a train station that is part of the Bière–Apples–Morges railway. This helps people travel to and from the town.
Beliefs in Mauraz: Religion
Based on information from 2000, most people in Mauraz belong to a Christian church. About 66.7% were part of the Swiss Reformed Church. Another 20.8% were Roman Catholic. A small number of people did not belong to any church.
Learning in Mauraz: Education
Education is important in Mauraz. About 41.7% of the population has completed upper secondary education. This is like finishing high school. Also, about 10.4% have gone on to higher education, like university.
Local Schools
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 5 students in the Mauraz school district.
- Primary School: This program lasts for four years. There were 2 students in the primary school program in Mauraz.
- Lower Secondary School: This program lasts for six years. There were 3 students in these schools.
Some students from Mauraz also attend schools in other towns.
See also
In Spanish: Mauraz para niños
