Seedorf, Uri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Seedorf
Location in Switzerland
Seedorf
Location in Canton of Uri
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Uri | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 19.28 km2 (7.44 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 452 m (1,483 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,876 | |
| • Density | 97.30/km2 (252.01/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6462
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| Surrounded by | Altdorf, Attinghausen, Flüelen, Isenthal | |
Seedorf is a town, also known as a municipality, located in the canton of Uri in Switzerland. It's a cool place to live! On January 1, 2021, another nearby town called Bauen joined with Seedorf.
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Seedorf's Story: A Look Back in Time
Seedorf was first written about in the year 1254. Back then, it was known as Sedorf. This shows it has a long and interesting history!
Bauen's Early Days
The town of Bauen, which is now part of Seedorf, was first mentioned even earlier, in 1150. It was called Bawen at that time.
Exploring Seedorf's Geography
Seedorf covers an area of about 15.64 square kilometers (6.04 square miles). Imagine a big map!
How Land is Used in Seedorf
A good part of Seedorf, about 17.3%, is used for farming. This means there are fields and places where crops grow. Forests cover a large area, about 42.5% of the land. This is great for nature and wildlife.
About 5.6% of Seedorf has buildings and roads. The rest, about 34.5%, is land that isn't used for farming or buildings, like mountains or rocky areas.
Changes in Land Use Over Time
Since the 1980s, the amount of land with buildings has grown. More homes and businesses have been built. Also, the amount of land for fun activities, like parks, has increased.
Farming land has decreased a bit, but the amount of forest has actually grown. This is good news for the environment! Rivers and lakes also cover about 31 hectares (77 acres) of the municipality.
Who Lives in Seedorf? (Demographics)
Seedorf has a population of about 2,000 people. As of 2017, a small part of the population, about 6.4%, were people from other countries.
Population Changes and Age Groups
Between 2010 and 2017, Seedorf's population grew by about 3.56%. In 2017, the birth rate was 10.6 births for every thousand people. The death rate was 9.4 deaths for every thousand people.
Most people in Seedorf are adults aged 20 to 64, making up 58.0% of the population. Children and teenagers (0-19 years old) make up 27.1%. Seniors, who are over 64 years old, make up 14.9%.
Homes and Families in Seedorf
In 2017, there were 678 homes in Seedorf. On average, about 2.64 people lived in each home. Many homes in Seedorf are single-family houses, which means one family lives in one building.
Seedorf's Economy: How People Work and Live
Seedorf is known for a mix of tourism and industry. It's also part of the larger Altdorf area.
Jobs and Businesses in Seedorf
In 2016, 631 people worked in Seedorf.
- Farming: 28 people worked in 13 farming businesses.
- Industry: 304 people worked in 28 different businesses that make things.
- Services: 299 people worked in 67 businesses that provide services, like shops or offices.
Taxes and Income
In 2015, the average tax rate in Seedorf was quite low compared to other places. This means people keep more of their earnings. In 2013, the average income for a taxpayer in Seedorf was about 72,799 Swiss Francs.
Important Places: Heritage Sites
Seedorf has two very important historical sites. They are listed as Swiss heritage sites of national importance.
- The Benedictine nuns' convent of St. Lazarus.
- The Apro Castle.
These places are special because they show a lot about the history and culture of Switzerland.
Images for kids
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The coat of arms for Seedorf
See also
In Spanish: Seedorf (Uri) para niños
