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 Perroy
Location in Switzerland
Perroy
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Nyon | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.91 km2 (1.12 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 418 m (1,371 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,518 | |
| • Density | 521.6/km2 (1,351.1/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Perrolans Lè Bourla-satset |
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| Postal code |
1166
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| Surrounded by | Bougy-Villars, Féchy, Allaman, Rolle, Mont-sur-Rolle | |
| Twin towns | Zofingen (Switzerland), Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne (France) | |
Perroy (French pronunciation: [pɛʁwa]) is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Nyon area, which is part of the canton of Vaud.
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Discovering Perroy's Past
Perroy might have been first mentioned a very long time ago, in the year 910. Back then, it might have been called Prihoiam. However, some people are not sure if this is correct. Later, in 1172, it was definitely mentioned as Perrueis.
Perroy's Location and Landscape
Perroy covers an area of about 2.9 square kilometers (1.1 square miles). A large part of this land, about 62.1%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 5.9% of the area. The rest, about 30.7%, is where buildings and roads are located.
Most of the farmland is used for growing crops and vineyards. A small part is used for pastures where animals graze. The town is located high above the beautiful Lake Geneva.
Perroy used to be part of the Rolle District. But this district was closed on August 31, 2006. After that, Perroy became part of the new Nyon area.
Perroy's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Perroy is a simple but meaningful design. It shows a golden bunch of grapes on a blue background. This design likely represents the many vineyards in the area.
Who Lives in Perroy?
Perroy has a population of 1,518 people. About 26.8% of the people living in Perroy are from other countries. Over the past ten years, the number of people living in Perroy has grown by about 17%. This growth is due to people moving in and more births than deaths.
Most people in Perroy speak French, about 83.2%. The second most common language is German, spoken by about 5.7% of the people. Portuguese is the third most common, spoken by about 4.4%.
In Perroy, about 13% of the population are children aged 0-9. Teenagers aged 10-19 make up about 11.3%. The adult population is spread across different age groups. For example, about 15.5% are between 30 and 39 years old. About 13.3% of the people are seniors, aged 60-69.
Most households in Perroy have about 2.3 people living in them. Many households, about 32.5%, have only one person. There are also many married couples, some with children and some without.
The number of people living in Perroy has changed over time. Here is a chart showing the population history:
Important Places in Perroy
The whole village of Perroy is special. It is listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it has important cultural value and history.
Perroy's International Connections
Perroy has a special connection with another town in France. This is called a "twin town" or "sister city" relationship. It helps build friendships and understanding between different places.
- Perroy is twinned with Châteauneuf-de-Gadagne in France.
Perroy's Economy and Jobs
In 2010, the unemployment rate in Perroy was 4%. This means a small number of people who wanted jobs could not find them. Many people in Perroy have jobs. In 2008, there were 290 full-time jobs available.
Jobs in Perroy are divided into three main types:
- Primary sector: These jobs involve getting raw materials, like farming. About 80 people worked in this area, mainly in agriculture.
- Secondary sector: These jobs involve making things, like in factories or construction. About 107 people worked in this area, with many in construction.
- Tertiary sector: These jobs involve providing services, like in shops, restaurants, or offices. About 172 people worked in this area. Many worked in sales, transportation, or hotels.
Most people who live in Perroy travel outside the town for work. About 13.9% use public transportation, and 64.8% use a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Perroy
Based on a survey from 2000, many people in Perroy belong to a Christian church. About 27.6% were Roman Catholic, and 45.5% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. Some people belonged to other Christian churches, or to other religions like Islam. About 15.67% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education in Perroy
Education is important in Perroy. About 33.7% of the people have finished high school. Also, about 20.2% have gone on to higher education, like university.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 151 students in Perroy's schools. In the Vaud canton, children can go to two years of pre-school, which is not required. After that, primary school lasts for four years. There were 82 students in primary school in Perroy. The middle school program lasts for six years, and 63 students were in these schools. A small number of students also learned at home or in other special schools.
Many students from Perroy, about 91, go to schools outside the municipality.
Famous People from Perroy
Some notable people have lived in Perroy:
- The artists Rene Emile Julien Martin (1920-1946) and the sculptor Milo Martin (1920-1928) lived here.
- Charlene de Carvalho-Heineken, who is an heiress to the Heineken company, has her official home here.
See also
In Spanish: Perroy (Vaud) para niños
