Rickenbach, Thurgau facts for kids

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Rickenbach Location in Switzerland Show map of Switzerland Rickenbach Location in Canton of Thurgau Show map of Canton of Thurgau
Country	Switzerland
Canton	Thurgau
District	Münchwilen
Area
• Total	1.58 km2 (0.61 sq mi)
Elevation	550 m (1,800 ft)
Population  (Dec 2020 )
• Total	2,826
• Density	1,789/km2 (4,632/sq mi)
Postal code	9532
Surrounded by	Jonschwil (SG), Kirchberg (SG), Wil (SG), Wilen

Rickenbach is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Münchwilen area of Thurgau, a canton (like a state) in Switzerland.

Rickenbach's Past: A Look at History

Aerial view of Rickenbach from 1923

Rickenbach was first mentioned way back in the year 754. It was called Richinbach then. A powerful monastery, the Abbey of St. Gall, bought land here in the 700s.

Later, in 1471, the Abbey also gained control of the Rickenbach bailiwick. A bailiwick was like a local government area. From 1483 to 1798, Rickenbach was the main town for a court district. This district also included nearby Wilen and Busswil.

The village church was built in 838. It was managed by the Abbey of St. Gall. For a short time, from 1529 to 1531, the church followed the Reformed faith. The current church, St. Verena, was built in 1644.

Changes in Farming and Industry

In the 1800s, farming methods changed. People stopped using the old "three-field system." Instead, they focused on raising animals and producing milk. This became a main way for people to earn money.

A mill was built in the 1200s and worked until 1919. It then became a bigger mill called Eberle mills. This larger mill operated until 2000. There was also a bell factory, the Eschmann Bell Foundry, which closed in 1973.

Modern Growth and Population

Between 1960 and 1990, Rickenbach grew a lot. This happened after the A1 motorway was built. Also, the nearby town of Wil grew, which helped Rickenbach's population double.

Rickenbach's Landscape: Geography Facts

Rickenbach from above

Rickenbach covers an area of about 1.56 square kilometers. That's about 0.6 square miles.

How Land is Used

A big part of Rickenbach's land is used for farming. About 48% of the area is farmland. Forests cover about 11.5% of the land. The rest, about 38.5%, is where buildings and roads are. A small part, less than 2%, is made up of rivers or lakes.

Most of the built-up area is used for industrial buildings. Homes and other buildings make up a smaller part. Parks and sports fields are also part of the settled area.

Water and Location

Most of the water in Rickenbach is in lakes. A smaller amount is in rivers and streams. The town is located in the Münchwilen district, just south of the town of Wil.

People of Rickenbach: Demographics

A view of Rickenbach

Rickenbach has a population of about 2,451 people. About 31% of the people living here are from other countries.

Languages Spoken

Most people in Rickenbach speak German, about 80%. The second most common language is Albanian, spoken by about 6% of the population. Italian is the third most common, spoken by about 5.7%.

Population Changes

In 2008, there were more men than women in Rickenbach. About 51.5% of the population were male and 48.5% were female.

The population changes each year due to births, deaths, and people moving in or out. In 2008, more people moved into Rickenbach than left. This led to a small increase in the total population.

Age Groups in Rickenbach

The population of Rickenbach includes people of all ages. About 9.4% are children under 9 years old. Teenagers (10-19 years old) make up about 10.7% of the population. Adults between 20 and 59 years old make up the largest group. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 19% of the population.

Homes and Households

In 2000, there were over 1,000 households in Rickenbach. On average, about 2.3 people lived in each home. Most homes were single-family houses. Many people lived in families with children.

Local Elections

In the 2007 federal election, the SVP was the most popular party. They received about 47% of the votes. Other popular parties included the CVP, the FDP, and the SP. About 39% of eligible voters participated in this election.

Population Over Time

Here's how Rickenbach's population has changed over many years:

Rickenbach's Jobs: Economy Overview

In 2007, the unemployment rate in Rickenbach was low, at about 2.45%. This means most people who wanted to work had jobs.

Types of Jobs

Jobs in Rickenbach are divided into three main types:

• Primary sector: These are jobs related to natural resources, like farming. In 2005, a small number of people worked in this sector.
• Secondary sector: These jobs involve making things, like in factories. Many people worked in this sector.
• Tertiary sector: These are service jobs, like working in shops, offices, or schools. Most people in Rickenbach worked in this sector.

Commuting to Work

Many people who live in Rickenbach travel to other towns for work. In 2000, about 60% of workers left Rickenbach for their jobs. However, many people also came into Rickenbach to work. Most people used a private car to get to work, while some used public transportation.

Faith in Rickenbach: Religion

Based on a 2000 survey, about 51% of people in Rickenbach were Roman Catholic. About 22% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.

Other groups included people from the Orthodox Church and other Christian churches. About 11% of the population were Islamic. Some people belonged to other religions, or did not identify with any religion.

Learning in Rickenbach: Education

Many adults in Rickenbach have completed a good level of education. About 62% of people aged 25-64 have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like university.

Local Schools

Rickenbach has its own primary school district. It also has a secondary school district.

In the 2008/2009 school year, there were 207 students in primary school. There were 45 children in kindergarten. Class sizes were about 15-21 students. Many students in primary school were not Swiss citizens or did not speak German as their first language.

Secondary Education

There were 197 students in secondary school. Students are placed into different levels based on their performance. Some students were in advanced classes, while others were in standard or special support classes. The average class size for secondary school was about 18 students.

See also

In Spanish: Rickenbach (Turgovia) para niños