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Sirnach

Sirnach village

Coat of arms

Sirnach

Location in Switzerland

Sirnach

Location in Canton of Thurgau

Switzerland

Area

• Total

12.38 km² (4.78 sq mi)

Elevation

545 m (1,788 ft)

Population

(Dec 2020 )

• Total

7,901

• Density

638.21/km² (1,652.9/sq mi)

Postal code

8370

Surrounded by

Eschlikon, Fischingen, Kirchberg (SG), Münchwilen, Wil (SG), Wilen

Twin towns

Helvécia (Hungary)

Sirnach is a town located in the Münchwilen district. It is part of the canton of Thurgau in Switzerland. This lovely town is home to over 6,700 people.

Exploring Sirnach's Geography
Who Lives in Sirnach?
- Age Groups in Sirnach
- Homes and Families
Sirnach's Economy and Jobs
Faith and Beliefs in Sirnach
Learning and Education in Sirnach
- School Levels in Sirnach
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Exploring Sirnach's Geography

Moswangerriet near Sirnach

Aerial view of Sirnach from 400 meters (1934)

Sirnach covers an area of about 12.41 square kilometers (4.79 square miles). A large part of this land, over half, is used for farming. About a quarter of the area is covered by forests.

The rest of the land is where buildings and roads are found. There are also some rivers and lakes. A small amount of land is not used for anything. In 1997, the nearby areas of Horben and Wiezikon joined with Sirnach.

Who Lives in Sirnach?

Sirnach is a growing community. As of 2008, about 21% of the people living here were from other countries. Most people in Sirnach speak German. Italian is the second most common language, followed by Albanian.

The population is almost evenly split between males and females. In 2008, more people moved into Sirnach than moved out. This helped the population grow.

Age Groups in Sirnach

Sirnach has people of all ages. About 10% of the population are children under 10 years old. Teenagers, aged 10 to 19, make up about 13.8% of the population.

Adults between 20 and 59 years old form the largest group. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 19.1% of the population.

Homes and Families

In 2000, there were about 2,475 homes in Sirnach. On average, each home had 2.5 people living in it. Most of the buildings were single-family homes.

Many people in Sirnach live as couples with children. Some live as couples without children. There are also single-parent homes and other types of living situations.

Sirnach's Economy and Jobs

Sirnach has a healthy job market. In 2007, the unemployment rate was low, at 1.81%. Many people work in different types of jobs.

Some people work in farming, which is the primary sector. Others work in manufacturing and construction, which is the secondary sector. The largest number of jobs are in the tertiary sector, which includes services like shops, offices, and healthcare.

Many people who live in Sirnach also work there. Others travel to Sirnach for their jobs. Most people use private cars to get to work, but some use public transportation.

Faith and Beliefs in Sirnach

Catholic Church in Sirnach

Sirnach is home to people of many different faiths. According to the 2000 census, nearly half of the population are Roman Catholic. About 28% belong to the Swiss Reformed Church.

There are also people who belong to the Orthodox Church and other Christian churches. Some residents are muslim. A small number of people follow other religions or do not belong to any church.

Learning and Education in Sirnach

Education is important in Sirnach. Many adults have completed higher education, like university or specialized colleges.

Sirnach has its own primary and secondary school district. In the 2008/2009 school year, there were over 700 students in these schools.

School Levels in Sirnach

Kindergarten: This is for the youngest children, usually starting around age 4-5.
Primary School: This level lasts for six years. Students learn basic subjects like reading, writing, and math.
Secondary School: After primary school, students are placed into different groups based on their learning. There are advanced classes, standard classes, and special support classes. This level usually lasts for three years.

Many students in Sirnach are Swiss citizens. However, a good number of students are not Swiss citizens and some speak languages other than German at home.