Subingen facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Subingen
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 Subingen
Location in Switzerland
Subingen
Location in Canton of Solothurn
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Solothurn | |
| District | Wasseramt | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.27 km2 (2.42 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 440 m (1,440 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 3,173 | |
| • Density | 506.1/km2 (1,310.7/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4553
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| Surrounded by | Bolken, Deitingen, Derendingen, Etziken, Horriwil, Hüniken, Inkwil (BE), Oekingen, Wangenried (BE) | |
Subingen is a town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the Wasseramt district within the canton of Solothurn.
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Discovering Subingen's Geography
Subingen covers an area of about 6.25 square kilometers (2.4 square miles). Imagine a place where nature and buildings share space!
How Land is Used in Subingen
A big part of Subingen, almost half (48.2%), is used for farming. This means lots of fields and open land. About 29.9% of the area is covered by forests, offering green spaces. The rest of the land, about 20.5%, is where people live and work. This includes buildings and roads. A small part (0.6%) is made up of rivers and lakes.
Subingen's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Subingen is quite special. It shows a silver ox walking on green hills, all on a blue background. Above the ox, there is a silver five-pointed star. This design helps represent the town's history and character.
Subingen's Population and People
Subingen is home to over 2,900 people. About 16% of the people living here are from other countries. Over the past ten years, the population has grown by about 9%. This growth is due to both new people moving in and more births than deaths.
Languages Spoken in Subingen
Most people in Subingen speak German. About 91% of the population uses German as their main language. Other languages spoken include Italian and Turkish. A few people also speak French or Romansh.
Who Lives in Subingen?
In Subingen, the population is almost evenly split between males and females. About 49% are male and 51% are female. Many residents were born in Subingen or in the same canton. Others moved here from different parts of Switzerland or from other countries.
Subingen's Age Groups
Subingen has a mix of all ages. About 9.5% of the population are young children (0-6 years old). Teenagers (7-19 years old) make up about 17% of the population. Adults aged 25 to 44 are the largest group, making up about 35.5%. There are also many older adults and seniors living in the town.
Homes and Households in Subingen
Subingen has over 1,000 private homes. On average, about 2.5 people live in each home. Some homes have only one person, while others are larger families with five or more people. Many homes are single-family houses. Most apartments in Subingen are lived in all year round.
Important Historical Sites
Subingen has an important historical site called the Erdbeereinschlag. These are Iron Age graves. They are recognized as a special heritage site in Switzerland. This means they are very important for understanding the past.
Subingen's Economy and Jobs
Subingen has a healthy economy with many job opportunities. In 2010, the unemployment rate was about 4.2%.
Main Job Sectors
Jobs in Subingen are divided into three main areas:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming. About 47 people work in this area.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. About 674 people work here. Many jobs are in making things or building.
- Tertiary Sector: This covers services. About 423 people work in areas like sales, transportation, hotels, education, and healthcare.
Working and Commuting
Many people who live in Subingen work in other towns. Also, many people from other towns come to Subingen for work. About 13.5% of workers use public transportation, like buses or trains, to get to work. Most people (60.9%) use a private car.
Religion in Subingen
Subingen is a place where people of different faiths live together. Many residents are Roman Catholic (about 40.6%). A significant number also belong to the Swiss Reformed Church (about 35.4%). There are also smaller groups of people who are Orthodox Christians, Christian Catholics, and other Christian faiths. Some residents are Islamic, Buddhist, or Hindu. About 12% of the population do not belong to any church.
Education in Subingen
Education is important in Subingen. Many adults have completed high school or even gone on to university.
School System in Solothurn
The school system in the Canton of Solothurn starts with two years of optional Kindergarten. After that, students attend six years of primary school. After primary school, students go to secondary school for three years. Some students then choose to continue their education for another three to five years.
Students in Subingen
During the 2010-2011 school year, about 262 students were in the Subingen school system. This included 40 children in kindergarten and 214 students in primary school. Students from Subingen who are in lower secondary school attend classes in a nearby town.
Images for kids
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Subingen's Coat of Arms
See also
In Spanish: Subingen para niños
