Provence, Switzerland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Provence
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 Provence
Location in Switzerland
Provence
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.86 km2 (12.30 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 778 m (2,552 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 392 | |
| • Density | 12.304/km2 (31.87/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1428
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| Surrounded by | Bonvillars, Concise, Couvet (NE), Fontanezier, Fresens (NE), Gorgier (NE), Montalchez (NE), Môtiers (NE), Mutrux, Romairon, Travers (NE) | |
Provence is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Switzerland. It's part of the Jura-Nord Vaudois district in the canton of Vaud. Imagine a quiet place nestled in the beautiful Swiss landscape!
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History of Provence
The town of Provence was first written about in the year 1340. Back then, it was known by a slightly different name, Provency.
Geography and Landscape
Provence covers an area of about 31.84 square kilometers (12.29 sq mi). A big part of this land, about 54.5%, is used for farming. Forests cover another large section, about 43.2% of the area. Only a small part, 2.2%, has buildings or roads.
Most of the forested land is thick forest. The farming areas include fields for crops and pastures for animals.
Provence used to be part of the Grandson District. But in 2006, it became part of the new Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
The town is near the Val-de-Travers region. It stretches from the bottom of Mont Aubert to a cool place called Creux-du-Van. Provence includes the main village, a tiny settlement called Les Prises, and other small housing areas.
Provence's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Provence's coat of arms has six silver and blue stripes. On top of these stripes, there is a red deer with a golden cross above its head. This design is unique to Provence.
Population and People
Provence has a population of about 364 people. In recent years, the number of people living here has slowly increased. Most people in Provence speak French, which is the main language. A smaller number of people speak German or Italian.
Many people living in Provence were also born there. Others moved from different parts of Switzerland or from other countries.
The age groups in Provence are quite varied. There are children and teenagers, as well as many adults and older people. This mix makes the community diverse.
Most homes in Provence are private households. Many are single-family homes. There are also some buildings with multiple apartments. The town has a good number of apartments, and most of them are lived in all year round.
The chart below shows how the population of Provence has changed over many years:
Important Heritage Sites
Provence is home to some important historical places. The Chalet D’Alpage La Redalle is listed as a special heritage site of national significance. This means it's a very important building for Switzerland's history and culture. The entire village of Provence is also part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This shows that the whole village has historical value.
Economy and Jobs
In Provence, many people have jobs in different areas. The unemployment rate is quite low, around 1.5%.
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming and forestry. Many people work in agriculture here.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing, where things are made.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers jobs in services. This includes things like sales, hotels, restaurants, education, and healthcare.
Many people who live in Provence travel to other towns for work. Fewer people travel into Provence for their jobs. Most workers use a private car to get to work, while some use public transportation.
Religion in Provence
When people were asked about their religion in 2000, most said they belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number were Roman Catholic. Some people belonged to other Christian churches, or chose not to state a religion.
Education and Schools
Education is important in Provence. Many adults have finished high school, and some have gone on to higher education at a university or a specialized college.
In the local school district, there are students from pre-school up to lower secondary school. The canton (region) helps provide pre-school care for young children. Students attend primary school for four years. After that, they go to lower secondary school for six years. A few students are also homeschooled.
Some students who live in Provence go to schools in other towns. Also, some students from other towns come to study in Provence.
See also
In Spanish: Provence para niños
