Siblingen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Siblingen
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 Siblingen
Location in Switzerland
Siblingen
Location in Canton of Schaffhausen
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Schaffhausen | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9.42 km2 (3.64 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 508 m (1,667 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 874 | |
| • Density | 92.78/km2 (240.30/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
8225
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| Surrounded by | Beringen, Gächlingen, Hemmental, Löhningen, Neunkirch, Schleitheim | |
Siblingen is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the canton of Schaffhausen in Switzerland. It's a peaceful place known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
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Exploring Siblingen's Landscape
Siblingen covers an area of about 9.3 square kilometers (3.6 square miles). Imagine a place where nearly half the land is covered by forests! About 48.7% of Siblingen is forested, making it a very green area.
A large part of the land, 44.6%, is used for farming. This means there are many fields and farms around. The remaining land is mostly taken up by buildings and roads (6.3%), with a tiny bit (0.4%) being rivers or lakes.
What Does Siblingen's Coat of Arms Look Like?
The official symbol of Siblingen, its coat of arms, is quite simple and natural. It shows a green pine tree with its roots showing, on a red background. This design is called Gules a Pine Tree Vert trunked and eradicated proper in heraldry terms. It likely represents the many forests in the area.
Who Lives in Siblingen?
As of 2008, Siblingen had a population of 743 people. About 9.8% of these residents were from other countries. Most of the people living in Siblingen speak German, which is 97.5% of the population. Spanish is the second most common language, spoken by 1.0% of residents, followed by Portuguese at 0.8%.
Age Groups in Siblingen
The population of Siblingen includes people of all ages. In 2008, children and teenagers (up to 19 years old) made up 18.2% of the population. Adults (from 20 to 64 years old) were the largest group, at 65.4%. People over 64 years old made up 16.4% of the population.
Education in Siblingen
Education is important in Siblingen. Many adults (80.9%) between 25 and 64 years old have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like university. In 2007, a small number of children (2.01%) attended kindergarten. Primary schools had 6.29% of the population, and secondary schools had 2.54% at the lower level and 3.75% at the higher level.
Religious Beliefs in Siblingen
In 2000, most people in Siblingen (72.8%) belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church. About 13.2% of the population were part of the Roman Catholic Church.
How Has Siblingen's Population Changed?
The number of people living in Siblingen has changed over time. Here's a quick look:
| year | population |
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| 1990 | 743 |
| 2000 | 718 |
What Kind of Work Do People Do in Siblingen?
Siblingen has a low unemployment rate, which means most people who want to work can find jobs. In 2007, the unemployment rate was only 1.02%.
Main Types of Jobs
People in Siblingen work in different areas:
- Farming (Primary Sector): This involves jobs like growing crops or raising animals. In 2005, 61 people worked in this area, with 25 businesses.
- Manufacturing (Secondary Sector): These jobs involve making things, like in factories. There were 37 people working in this sector, across 12 businesses.
- Services (Tertiary Sector): This includes jobs like teaching, healthcare, or working in shops and restaurants. 62 people worked in this sector, with 23 businesses.
Many people who live in Siblingen also travel to other towns for work. In 2000, 248 residents worked outside Siblingen, while 109 worked within the municipality.
Tourism and Hospitality
Siblingen also has a small tourism industry. As of 2008, there were 2 restaurants and 1 hotel with 15 beds. These businesses employed 8 people, helping visitors enjoy their stay.
What is Siblingen's Special History?
Siblingen is home to an important historical site. The ancient graveyard at a place called Auf dem Stein is very special. It dates back to the early La Tène culture, which was an Iron Age culture in Europe. This site is so important that it's listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it's a protected place that tells us a lot about the past.
See also
In Spanish: Siblingen para niños
Images for kids
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A view of Siblingen.
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The coat of arms of Siblingen.
