Niederrohrdorf facts for kids
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Niederrohrdorf
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 Niederrohrdorf
Location in Switzerland
Niederrohrdorf
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Baden | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.33 km2 (1.29 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 436 m (1,430 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 4,225 | |
| • Density | 1,268.8/km2 (3,286/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5443
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| Surrounded by | Fislisbach, Mellingen, Oberrohrdorf, Remetschwil, Stetten | |
Niederrohrdorf is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Baden district. It is part of the canton of Aargau in Switzerland. It's a lovely place with a mix of nature and settled areas.
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History of Niederrohrdorf
Niederrohrdorf was first mentioned way back in 1179, when it was simply called Rordorf. Later, in 1275, it was referred to as Nidern Rordorf. This name helps us understand that it was the "lower" part of Rordorf. In 1854, the original municipality of Rohrdorf split into three separate towns: Niederrohrdorf, Oberrohrdorf, and Remetschwil.
Geography and Nature
Niederrohrdorf covers an area of about 3.3 square kilometers (about 1.3 square miles). A large part of this land, about 45%, is used for farming. Forests cover almost 30% of the area, providing green spaces and habitats for wildlife. About 24.5% of the land is developed with buildings and roads, while a small part (0.9%) consists of rivers or lakes.
The town is located at the western base of a hill called the Heitersberg. It's also known for its important moorland, which is a type of wetland with unique plants and animals. Besides the main village of Niederrohrdorf, there are also smaller communities called hamlets, like Holzrüti and Vogelrüti, along with scattered farmhouses.
Town Symbol: The Coat of Arms
The blazon (official description) of Niederrohrdorf's coat of arms is quite interesting! It shows a red background with a green hill. On the hill, there is a white lamb walking, holding a flag. This flag is white with a red cross, and its staff (the pole) is gold. This symbol represents the town's history and values.
People and Population
Niederrohrdorf has a population of about 4,035 people. Around 18.1% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the last ten years, the population has grown by almost 20%. Most people in Niederrohrdorf speak German (about 89.1%). Italian is the second most common language (2.5%), followed by Turkish (1.3%).
Age Groups in Niederrohrdorf
The population of Niederrohrdorf includes people of all ages. About 9.9% of the population are young children (0-9 years old), and 10% are teenagers (10-19 years old). Adults aged 20-59 make up a large part of the population, with many people in their 30s, 40s, and 50s. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 20% of the population.
Homes and Households
In Niederrohrdorf, there are many different types of homes. Most homes (about 491) have 3 or 4 people living in them. There are also homes with just 1 or 2 people, and some larger homes with 5 or more people. On average, there are about 2.45 people living in each household. In 2008, about 34.5% of all homes were single-family houses.
Politics and Education
In the 2007 federal election, the most popular political party in Niederrohrdorf was the SVP, which received 36.4% of the votes. Other popular parties included the FDP, the CVP, and the SP. These parties represent different ideas about how the country should be run.
Education is important in Niederrohrdorf. About 81% of adults (aged 25-64) have completed either high school or higher education, like university. In the 2008/2009 school year, there were 199 students attending primary school and 126 students attending secondary school in the municipality.
Population Growth Over Time
Here's how Niederrohrdorf's population has changed over the years:
| Historical population | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1780 | 255 | — |
| 1803 | 396 | +55.3% |
| 1900 | 631 | +59.3% |
| 1950 | 1,074 | +70.2% |
| 2000 | 2,443 | +127.5% |
Economy and Jobs
In 2007, Niederrohrdorf had a low unemployment rate of 2.17%, meaning most people who wanted to work had jobs.
Types of Jobs
Jobs are often divided into three main groups:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs that involve getting raw materials from nature, like farming. In Niederrohrdorf, 57 people work in this sector, with about 15 businesses.
- Secondary sector: This involves making things, like in factories or construction. There are 350 people working in this sector, with 32 businesses.
- Tertiary sector: This includes jobs that provide services, like shops, offices, or healthcare. About 323 people work in this sector, with 81 businesses.
Many people who live in Niederrohrdorf travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 80.4% of residents worked outside the municipality. However, many people also travel into Niederrohrdorf for work, with 438 people commuting in. Overall, there were 692 jobs available in the municipality itself.
Religion in Niederrohrdorf
According to the 2000 census, the main religions in Niederrohrdorf are:
- Roman Catholic: About 51.2% of the population (1,251 people) are Roman Catholic.
- Swiss Reformed Church: About 27.1% of the population (662 people) belong to the Swiss Reformed Church.
A small number of people (about 0.70%) also belong to the Christian Catholic faith.
See also
In Spanish: Niederrohrdorf para niños
