Staffelbach facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Staffelbach
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 Staffelbach
Location in Switzerland
Staffelbach
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Zofingen | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 8.93 km2 (3.45 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 488 m (1,601 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,309 | |
| • Density | 146.58/km2 (379.7/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5053
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| Surrounded by | Attelwil, Bottenwil, Kirchleerau, Moosleerau, Schlossrued, Schöftland, Uerkheim, Wiliberg | |
Staffelbach is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the Zofingen area of the canton of Aargau in Switzerland. It's a place where people live and work, just like any other town.
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What is Staffelbach Like?
Geography and Land Use
Staffelbach covers an area of about 8.94 square kilometers (which is about 3.45 square miles). A big part of this land, more than half, is used for farming. This means people grow crops or raise animals there.
About 39% of the land is covered by forests. These are important for nature and provide places for animals to live. A smaller part, about 7%, has buildings and roads. This is where people live and move around.
Staffelbach's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. It's like a unique logo for the town. Staffelbach's coat of arms shows a silver bridge over two wavy blue lines. Above the bridge, there's a silver star.
The wavy lines likely represent water, perhaps a river or stream. The bridge shows a connection or crossing. The star is a common symbol that can mean many things, like guidance or quality.
Who Lives in Staffelbach?
Population and Languages
As of 2022, Staffelbach has a population of 1,304 people. A small number of these people, about 6.6%, are from other countries. This shows that people from different backgrounds live together in the town.
Most people in Staffelbach speak German, which is the main language. A few people also speak Italian or Serbo-Croatian. This mix of languages adds to the town's culture.
Age Groups in Staffelbach
The people in Staffelbach are of all ages. In 2008, about 9.4% of the population were young children (0-9 years old). Teenagers (10-19 years old) made up about 14.2% of the population.
Adults between 20 and 59 years old made up the largest group, about 57% of the population. Older adults, aged 60 and above, made up about 18.9% of the population. This shows a good mix of different age groups living in the town.
Homes and Households
In 2000, there were 374 homes and apartments in Staffelbach. On average, about 2.6 people lived in each home. Many homes had families with 3 or 4 people.
By 2008, there were more homes, with 406 in total. About 42.4% of these were single-family homes. This means many people live in houses rather than apartments.
How People Vote
In the 2007 national election, the SVP was the most popular party in Staffelbach. They received almost half of the votes. Other parties like the SP and the EVP Party also received votes.
Voting is an important way for people to choose their leaders and have a say in how their town and country are run. About 44.6% of the people who could vote in Staffelbach did so in that election.
Working and Learning in Staffelbach
Economy and Jobs
Staffelbach has different types of jobs. In 2005, many people worked in the primary sector. This means jobs related to farming, like growing crops or raising animals.
Other people worked in the secondary sector, which includes jobs like manufacturing or building things. The tertiary sector includes jobs in services, like shops, offices, or schools. This mix of jobs helps the town's economy.
Many people who live in Staffelbach travel to other towns for work. However, some people also come into Staffelbach to work. Most people use a private car to get to their jobs, while a smaller number use public transportation.
Religion in the Community
According to the 2000 census, most people in Staffelbach belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller group are Roman Catholic. There are also a few people who belong to the Christian Catholic faith.
Education and Schools
Education is important in Staffelbach. About 77.4% of adults (aged 25-64) have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like university.
In the 2008/2009 school year, there were 80 students in primary school and 70 students in secondary school in the municipality. This shows that Staffelbach provides education for its younger residents.
See also
In Spanish: Staffelbach para niños
