Russy, Switzerland facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Russy
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 Russy
Location in Switzerland
Russy
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Broye | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.72 km2 (1.44 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 550 m (1,800 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2014)
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| • Total | 221 | |
| • Density | 59.41/km2 (153.9/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1773
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| Surrounded by | Corcelles-près-Payerne (VD), Domdidier, Dompierre, Léchelles, Montagny | |
Russy was once a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the Broye district of Fribourg canton in Switzerland. It had its own local government and community.
However, Russy no longer exists as a separate municipality. On January 1, 2016, Russy joined with three other nearby towns: Domdidier, Dompierre, and Léchelles. Together, they formed a new, larger municipality called Belmont-Broye.
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A Look Back: Russy's History
Russy is quite old! The first time anyone wrote about Russy was in the year 1228. Back then, it was spelled Rusie. This shows that people have lived in and around Russy for a very long time.
Exploring Russy's Geography
Russy was a small area, about 3.7 square kilometers (or 1.4 square miles) in size. Most of its land was used for farming or covered by forests.
How Land Was Used in Russy
- Farmland: About 60.8% of Russy's land was used for farming. This included fields for growing crops and pastures for animals. Some areas also had orchards or vineyards.
- Forests: Forests covered about 35.4% of the land. These were mostly dense forests, but some smaller groups of trees were also present.
- Buildings and Roads: Only a small part, about 4.1%, was used for buildings and roads. This included homes, other structures, and paths for travel.
Understanding Russy's Coat of Arms
A coat of arms is like a special symbol or logo for a town or family. Russy's coat of arms has a unique design.
What Russy's Coat of Arms Shows
The top part of the shield is silver. On it, you can see two red keys crossed over each other. The bottom part of the shield is red. From the bottom, five golden ears of grain rise up from green hills. This design tells a story about the town's history and its connection to farming.
People of Russy: Demographics
In 2014, Russy had a population of 221 people. Over the years, the number of people living in Russy changed a little.
Languages Spoken in Russy
In 2000, most people in Russy spoke French as their main language, about 97.9%. A few people also spoke German.
Who Lived in Russy?
In 2008, about 47.8% of the people in Russy were male, and 52.2% were female. Most of the people living there were Swiss citizens. Many residents were born in Russy or in the same canton (region) of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Russy
In 2000, Russy had people of all ages.
- About 9.7% were young children (0-9 years old).
- About 16.9% were teenagers (10-19 years old).
- Adults aged 20-59 made up about 52% of the population.
- Older adults (60 years and above) made up about 21.6% of the population.
Russy's Population Over Time
The chart below shows how the population of Russy changed through the years:
Russy's Economy and Jobs
In 2010, Russy had a very low unemployment rate, meaning almost everyone who wanted a job had one.
Main Types of Jobs
Most jobs in Russy were in the primary economic sector. This means jobs related to getting raw materials, like farming.
- In 2008, 24 people worked in farming, and there were 10 businesses in this area.
- There were no jobs in the secondary sector (like manufacturing or building things).
- Only one person worked in the tertiary sector (services, like teaching or healthcare).
Working and Commuting
Many people who lived in Russy traveled to other towns for work. In 2000, 66 people left Russy to work elsewhere, while only 4 people came into Russy for work. Most people used a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Russy
Based on information from 2000, most people in Russy were Roman Catholic. About 76.9% of the population belonged to the Roman Catholic Church.
Other Religions and Beliefs
- About 7.7% of the people belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.
- A small group, about 5.6%, belonged to other Christian churches.
- About 7.2% of the population did not belong to any church or were agnostic or atheist.
Learning in Russy: Education
Education is very important in Switzerland. In Russy, many people had completed higher levels of schooling.
Education Levels of Adults
- About 24.6% of adults in Russy had finished non-mandatory upper secondary education. This is like high school.
- About 9.7% had completed even higher education, like attending a university or a specialized college.
The Fribourg School System
The Canton of Fribourg has a clear school system:
- Kindergarten: One year of optional kindergarten.
- Primary School: Six years of primary school.
- Lower Secondary School: Three years of mandatory lower secondary school. Students are grouped by their abilities.
- Upper Secondary School: After lower secondary, students can choose a three or four-year optional upper secondary school. This can be a gymnasium (for university preparation) or a vocational program (for job training).
- Tertiary School: After upper secondary, students can go to a university or continue their apprenticeship (on-the-job training).
Schooling in Russy (2010-2011)
In the 2010-2011 school year, 18 students attended one primary class in Russy. However, many students from Russy went to schools in neighboring towns for kindergarten, lower secondary, and upper secondary vocational programs.
