Porrentruy (district) facts for kids
The District of Porrentruy is a special area in the Jura canton of Switzerland. Think of a canton like a state or a large region. The main town, or capital, of this district is Porrentruy. People here mostly speak French. In 2005, about 24,012 people lived in the Porrentruy district.
What is a District?
A district is like a smaller division within a canton. It helps to organize the different towns and villages. The Porrentruy district is made up of 36 different towns and villages, which are called municipalities. Each municipality has its own local government.
The Capital Town: Porrentruy
The town of Porrentruy is the biggest and most important place in the district. It's where many of the district's activities and services are located. In 2005, about 6,593 people lived in the town of Porrentruy itself.
Population and Area
The entire District of Porrentruy had a population of 24,012 people at the end of 2005. The total area of the district is about 317.28 square kilometers. This means it's a fairly large area with many small communities spread out.
See also
In Spanish: Distrito de Porrentruy para niños
