Riemenstalden facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Riemenstalden
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 Riemenstalden
Location in Switzerland
Riemenstalden
Location in Canton of Schwyz
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Schwyz | |
| District | Schwyz | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.2 km2 (4.3 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,030 m (3,380 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 86 | |
| • Density | 7.68/km2 (19.89/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6452
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| Surrounded by | Bürglen (UR), Morschach, Muotathal, Sisikon (UR) | |
Riemenstalden is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Schwyz District in Switzerland. It is part of the canton of Schwyz. You can reach the villages in Riemenstalden by road from Sisikon, which is in the Canton of Uri.
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Exploring Riemenstalden's Geography
Riemenstalden covers an area of about 11.2 square kilometers (4.3 square miles). A large part of this land, almost half (49.3%), is used for farming. Forests cover about 25.5% of the area. Only a tiny bit (0.2%) has buildings or roads. The rest of the land (25%) is made up of things like rivers, glaciers, or mountains.
Discovering Alplersee Lake
The beautiful Alplersee lake is found on the slopes of a mountain called Rophaien. It is a natural lake that adds to the scenic beauty of the area.
Who Lives in Riemenstalden?
Riemenstalden is a small community. As of the latest count, about 86 people live here. Most people living in Riemenstalden speak German.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Riemenstalden has changed over the years. In the last 10 years, the population has grown by about 20%. This means more people are choosing to live in this lovely area.
Age Groups in the Community
The people in Riemenstalden are of different ages. In 2008, about 20.3% of the population was under 19 years old. Young adults (20-39 years old) made up about 25.4%. About 30.5% of the people were between 40 and 64 years old. Older adults (65 and above) made up about 23.6% of the population.
Households in Riemenstalden
In 2000, there were 24 households in Riemenstalden. About a quarter of these households (25%) had only one person living in them.
Understanding Local Politics
In the 2007 election, the most popular political party was the SVP. They received about 59.5% of the votes. Other parties that received votes included the CVP (26.2%), the SPS (7.1%), and the FDP (6%).
Education and Work in Riemenstalden
Many adults in Riemenstalden have completed a good level of education. About 40% of people aged 25-64 have finished either upper secondary education or higher education, like university.
The unemployment rate in Riemenstalden is very low, at 0%. This means everyone who wants to work can find a job.
What Kinds of Jobs Do People Have?
Most jobs in Riemenstalden are in the primary economic sector. This means jobs related to farming or working with natural resources. In 2005, 23 people worked in this sector, with about 10 businesses. No one works in the secondary sector, which includes manufacturing. There are 11 people working in the tertiary sector, which includes services, with 3 businesses.
Religious Beliefs
According to the 2000 census, all the people in Riemenstalden (100%) are Roman Catholic.
Historical Population Trends
The table below shows how the population of Riemenstalden has changed over the years. You can see how many people lived here at different times.
| Year | Population |
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| 1950 | 79 |
| 1960 | 63 |
| 1970 | 88 |
| 1980 | 91 |
| 1985 | 84 |
| 1990 | 81 |
| 2000 | 65 |
| 2005 | 75 |
| 2007 | 84 |
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See also
In Spanish: Riemenstalden para niños
