Riedholz facts for kids
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Riedholz
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 Riedholz
Location in Switzerland
Riedholz
Location in Canton of Solothurn
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Solothurn | |
| District | Lebern | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.15 km2 (2.76 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 471 m (1,545 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 2,316 | |
| • Density | 323.92/km2 (838.9/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4533
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| Surrounded by | Deitingen, Feldbrunnen-Sankt Niklaus, Flumenthal, Hubersdorf, Luterbach, Niederwil, Rüttenen, Zuchwil | |
Riedholz is a town, also called a municipality, located in the Lebern district. It is part of the canton of Solothurn in Switzerland. In 2011, another town called Niederwil joined with Riedholz to form a larger municipality.
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A Look at Riedholz's Past
Riedholz was first written about in history books in the year 1367. Back then, it was known as im Rietholz. The town of Niederwil, which later became part of Riedholz, was first mentioned even earlier, in 1292. It was called Lomolzwile at that time.
Where is Riedholz?
Riedholz is located in the Lebern district. It sits between a moraine (a hill made of rocks and dirt left by a glacier) and the Aare river. The municipality includes the main villages of Riedholz and Niederwil. You can also find smaller groups of houses, called hamlets, and single buildings spread out. One interesting spot is Attisholz, which has had a special warm bath since the 1400s!
How the Land is Used
After Niederwil joined Riedholz, the new municipality became larger. It now covers about 7.2 square kilometers (about 2.8 square miles). A big part of this land, about 43.6%, is used for farming. Forests cover another large section, about 39% of the area.
Areas with buildings and roads make up about 14.6% of the land. The remaining 2.8% is land that isn't used for farming or building, like rocky areas. Most of the water in the municipality is from flowing rivers and streams.
Riedholz's Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol or emblem for a town. The coat of arms for Riedholz is quite simple and clear. It shows a green fir tree. The tree looks like it has been pulled up by its roots. This green tree is placed on a gold (yellow) background.
Who Lives in Riedholz?
Riedholz has a population of about 1,800 people. Most people in Riedholz speak German. In fact, about 95.8% of the residents speak German. Other languages spoken include Italian and Albanian. A few people also speak French or Romansh.
Where People Come From
Many people living in Riedholz were born there or in the same canton (state). About 25% of the people were born in Riedholz itself. Another 36.8% were born somewhere else in the Solothurn canton. About 25% were born in other parts of Switzerland. Around 11% of the people living in Riedholz were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Riedholz
The population of Riedholz includes people of all ages. About 6% of the population are young children (0-6 years old). Teenagers (7-19 years old) make up about 16.6% of the population. Adults between 25 and 44 years old are the largest group, making up about 28.1% of the population. Older adults (65-79 years old) make up about 13.3%, and about 3.3% are over 80 years old.
Homes and Households
In Riedholz, there are many private homes. The average household has about 2.4 people living in it. Some households have only one person, while others have five or more people. Most of the buildings in Riedholz are single-family homes. Many of these homes were built between 1946 and 1960. There are also multi-family buildings and buildings used for both homes and businesses.
How the Population Has Changed Over Time
The chart below shows how the population of Riedholz and Niederwil has changed over many years. You can see how the number of people living in these areas grew or changed from 1850 to 2000.
Jobs and Economy in Riedholz
In Riedholz, many people have jobs. The unemployment rate is quite low, around 2.6%. This means most people who want to work can find a job.
Types of Jobs
Jobs in Riedholz can be grouped into three main types:
- Primary Sector: These jobs involve getting raw materials from nature. In Riedholz, this mostly means farming. About 42 people work in this area.
- Secondary Sector: These jobs involve making things. This includes manufacturing, like working in factories, and construction, like building houses. About 483 people work in this sector. Most of these jobs are in manufacturing.
- Tertiary Sector: These jobs involve providing services to people. This includes things like working in shops, restaurants, transportation, education, and healthcare. About 252 people work in this sector. Many people work in education and healthcare.
Commuting to Work
Many people who live in Riedholz travel to other towns for work. Also, some people travel into Riedholz for their jobs. More people leave Riedholz for work than come into it. Most people use a private car to get to work, while some use public transportation.
Religion in Riedholz
People in Riedholz follow different religions. The two largest religious groups are Roman Catholic and Swiss Reformed Church. About 39.4% of the population are Roman Catholic, and about 38.8% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. There are also smaller groups of people who are Orthodox Christian or belong to other Christian churches. Some people are Islamic. A small number of people are Buddhist or follow other religions. About 16% of the population do not belong to any church.
Learning and Education
Education is important in Riedholz. Many adults have completed upper secondary education, which is like high school. A good number of people have also gone on to get higher education, like from a university.
Schools in Riedholz
The school system in the Canton of Solothurn offers two years of Kindergarten for young children, which is not required but helpful. In Riedholz, about 36 children attend kindergarten. After kindergarten, students go to primary school for six years. There are about 114 students in primary school in Riedholz. For secondary school, students from Riedholz usually go to schools in nearby towns.
See also
In Spanish: Riedholz para niños
