Schupfart facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Schupfart
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 Schupfart
Location in Switzerland
Schupfart
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Rheinfelden | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.05 km2 (2.72 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 457 m (1,499 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 803 | |
| • Density | 113.90/km2 (295.0/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4325
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| Surrounded by | Eiken, Frick, Gipf-Oberfrick, Hellikon, Münchwilen, Obermumpf, Wegenstetten | |
Schupfart is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Aargau. Schupfart is part of the Rheinfelden district. It is a quiet place with a mix of farms, forests, and homes.
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Geography of Schupfart
Schupfart covers an area of about 7 square kilometers (2.7 square miles). A large part of this area, about 60%, is used for farming. This includes fields for crops and areas for animals to graze.
Forests and Buildings in Schupfart
About 32% of Schupfart is covered by forests. These are mostly dense woods, with some smaller groups of trees and orchards. The remaining land, about 7%, is where buildings and roads are located. A very small part, less than 1%, includes rivers and streams.
Schupfart's Coat of Arms
The official design for Schupfart's coat of arms is simple. It shows a green linden leaf on a silver (white) background. The linden leaf is a symbol often used in European heraldry.
People of Schupfart (Demographics)
Schupfart has a population of about 870 people as of 2022. A small part of the population, around 8%, are people from other countries. Most people in Schupfart speak German, which is the main language. A smaller number of people speak Albanian or Italian.
Age Groups in Schupfart
In Schupfart, about 10% of the people are young children (0-9 years old). Teenagers (10-19 years old) make up about 12% of the population. Adults aged 20-59 make up the largest group, about 55%. Older adults (60 years and above) make up about 18% of the population.
Homes and Households
Most homes in Schupfart have three or four people living in them. There are also many homes with five or more people. On average, about 2.6 people live in each household. Many homes in Schupfart are single-family houses.
Voting and Elections
In the 2007 federal election, the most popular political party in Schupfart was the SVP. They received about 42% of the votes. Other popular parties included the CVP and the SP. About 40% of the people who could vote actually cast their ballots in that election.
Historical Population Changes
The number of people living in Schupfart has changed over time. Here's a quick look:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1975 | 539 | — |
| 1980 | 536 | −0.6% |
| 1990 | 558 | +4.1% |
| 2000 | 685 | +22.8% |
Important Heritage Site
There is a special place in Schupfart called Herrain. It used to be a fortified hill, meaning it had defenses in the past. This site is listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it's an important historical or cultural place for the whole country.
Economy and Jobs
In 2007, Schupfart had a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who wanted to work had jobs. The town has different types of jobs:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to farming, like growing crops or raising animals. About 72 people worked in this area in 2005.
- Secondary Sector: These are jobs in manufacturing or construction. About 37 people worked in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: This includes jobs in services, like shops, offices, or healthcare. About 55 people worked in this area.
Most people who live in Schupfart travel to other towns for work. About 81% of the working residents commute outside Schupfart. Many people use their cars to get to work, while a smaller number use public transportation.
Religion in Schupfart
According to a census in 2000, most people in Schupfart were Roman Catholic, making up about 76% of the population. About 14% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. A small number of people belonged to the Christian Catholic faith.
Education in Schupfart
Many adults in Schupfart have completed higher education. This means they have gone beyond basic schooling, either to a specialized college or a university. In the 2008/2009 school year, about 49 students attended primary school in Schupfart.
Images for kids
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The church in Schupfart
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The coat of arms of Schupfart
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The flag of Schupfart
See also
In Spanish: Schupfart para niños
