Oberhallau facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Oberhallau
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 Oberhallau
Location in Switzerland
Oberhallau
Location in Canton of Schaffhausen
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Schaffhausen | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.04 km2 (2.33 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 430 m (1,410 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 447 | |
| • Density | 74.01/km2 (191.7/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
8216
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| Surrounded by | Gächlingen, Hallau, Neunkirch, Schleitheim, Stühlingen (DE-BW) | |
Oberhallau is a small town in the canton of Schaffhausen in Switzerland. It is a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
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History of Oberhallau
Oberhallau and its neighbor, Hallau, were first mentioned in old writings way back in 1095. For a long time, Oberhallau was actually part of Hallau. This changed after a big event called the Peasants' War in 1653. After that, Oberhallau became its own separate community.
What is the Coat of Arms of Oberhallau?
The official symbol of Oberhallau, its coat of arms, shows a blue shield. On this shield, you can see a silver Fleur-de-lis (a fancy lily flower) and a golden key placed across it.
Geography and Landscape
Oberhallau covers an area of about 6 square kilometers (about 2.3 square miles). A large part of this land, about 72.5%, is used for farming. This means you'll see many fields and farms around. Forests cover about 20.5% of the area, providing green spaces and homes for wildlife.
About 6.8% of the land is used for buildings and roads where people live and travel. The rest, a very small part, is made up of things like rivers or lakes. The town is located in a region called Unterklettgau, right at the base of a hill known as the Hallauerberg.
Population and People
As of 2008, Oberhallau had a population of 425 people. Most people in Oberhallau speak German, which is the main language. A small number of people also speak Serbo-Croatian or English.
When it comes to age, about 22.4% of the population are children and teenagers (under 19 years old). Adults (from 20 to 64 years old) make up the largest group at 61.6%. People over 64 years old make up about 16% of the population.
In terms of education, many adults (between 25 and 64 years old) have finished high school or gone on to higher education like university. The town also has schools for younger students, including kindergarten and primary schools.
Most people in Oberhallau belong to the Swiss Reformed Church, which is a Protestant church. A smaller number of people are part of the Roman Catholic Church.
Here's how the population has changed over the years:
| year | population |
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| 1771 | 399 |
| 1798 | 531 |
| 1836 | 762 |
| 1850 | 734 |
| 1900 | 534 |
| 1950 | 426 |
| 2000 | 397 |
Economy and Jobs
Oberhallau has a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who want to work can find jobs. The town's economy is divided into three main parts:
- Primary sector: This includes jobs related to farming and agriculture. Many people in Oberhallau work in this area.
- Secondary sector: This involves manufacturing and making things.
- Tertiary sector: This covers services, like shops, restaurants, and other businesses that provide help to people.
In 2008, there was one restaurant in Oberhallau, which employed a few people. Many residents of Oberhallau also travel to nearby towns for work.
Important Historical Sites
One very important historical place in Oberhallau is the Stone Age gravesite at Überhürst. This site is so important that it is listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. It helps us learn about people who lived here a very long time ago.
See also
In Spanish: Oberhallau para niños
