Oron-la-Ville facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Oron-la-Ville
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Oron-la-Ville Reformed Temple
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 Oron-la-Ville
Location in Switzerland
Oron-la-Ville
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Lavaux-Oron | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.11 km2 (1.20 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 631 m (2,070 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 1,438 | |
| • Density | 462.4/km2 (1,197.6/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Oronais, Oronaises | |
| Postal code |
1610
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| Surrounded by | Auboranges (FR), Chapelle (Glâne) (FR), Châtillens, Les Tavernes, Oron-le-Châtel, Palézieux, Rue (FR), Vuibroye | |
| Twin towns | Bussac (France) | |
Oron-la-Ville is a small town in Switzerland. It used to be its own town, but on January 1, 2012, it joined with several other towns to form a new, bigger town called Oron. It is located in the Vaud area, which is called a canton in Switzerland.
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History of Oron-la-Ville
Oron-la-Ville has a long history. It was first mentioned around the year 280. Back then, it was known as Uromago. Later, in 1018, its name changed to Auronum.
Geography of Oron-la-Ville
Oron-la-Ville covers an area of about 3.1 square kilometers (1.2 square miles). A big part of this land, about 66.5%, is used for farming. This means you'll see many fields where crops grow.
About 12.6% of the area is covered by forests. The rest of the land, about 19%, has buildings and roads. There are also small rivers and lakes, making up about 0.6% of the area.
The town is located next to the Broye River. It sits in the eastern part of the Jorat region.
Town Symbol: Coat of Arms
The official symbol for Oron-la-Ville is its coat of arms. It shows a golden crescent moon on a red background. This design is called Gules, a Crescent increscent Or.
People and Population
Oron-la-Ville had a population of 1,438 people in 2010. Over the years, the number of people living here has changed quite a bit. Many new people have moved into the town.
Most people in Oron-la-Ville speak French. This is the main language for about 90% of the population. Some people also speak German or Portuguese.
The town has people of all ages. In 2009, about 12% of the population were young children (0-9 years old). Teenagers (10-19 years old) made up about 13% of the population.
The chart below shows how the population has grown over time:
Important Buildings and Sites
The Temple of Oron-la-Ville is a very important building. It is listed as a Swiss heritage site. This means it's a special place that is protected because of its history and cultural value.
Sister Cities
Oron-la-Ville has a special connection with another town. It is twinned with Bussac-sur-Charente in France. This means they are like "sister cities" and often share cultural events or ideas.
Economy and Jobs
In Oron-la-Ville, many people have jobs in different areas.
- Some people work in agriculture, like farming.
- Others work in the secondary sector, which includes things like manufacturing and construction.
- The biggest group of jobs is in the tertiary sector. This includes jobs in sales, transportation, restaurants, education, and healthcare.
Many people who live in Oron-la-Ville also travel to other towns for work. About 11% of workers use public transportation, and over 60% use a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Oron-la-Ville
In 2000, about 31% of the people in Oron-la-Ville were Roman Catholic. Another 45% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. There were also people who followed other Christian churches, Islam, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Some people did not belong to any church.
Education and Schools
Education is important in Oron-la-Ville. Many adults have finished high school. About 10% of the population has gone on to get a higher education from a university or a special college.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 182 students in the local school district.
- Children can attend two years of pre-school before primary school.
- Primary school lasts for four years.
- After primary school, students go to lower secondary school for six years.
Some students from Oron-la-Ville go to schools in other towns. Also, students from other towns come to school in Oron-la-Ville.
See also
In Spanish: Oron-la-Ville para niños
