Suscévaz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Suscévaz
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 Suscévaz
Location in Switzerland
Suscévaz
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.16 km2 (1.61 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 445 m (1,460 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 204 | |
| • Density | 49.04/km2 (127.0/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1437
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| Surrounded by | Chamblon, Champvent, Épendes, Mathod, Treycovagnes, Villars-sous-Champvent | |
Suscévaz is a small town in Switzerland. It is located in the Vaud area, which is like a state or canton. Suscévaz is part of the Jura-Nord Vaudois district. It is known for its quiet, rural feel.
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History of Suscévaz
When was Suscévaz first mentioned? Suscévaz has a long history. It was first written about in the year 1140. Back then, it was called Subsilva.
Geography of Suscévaz
What is Suscévaz like geographically? Suscévaz covers an area of about 4.2 square kilometers (1.6 square miles). A big part of this land, almost 83%, is used for farming. About 11% of the area is covered by forests.
The town itself, with its buildings and roads, makes up about 4% of the land. A small part, about 2%, is made up of rivers or lakes. Most of the water in Suscévaz is flowing water.
Suscévaz used to be part of the Yverdon District. In 2006, that district was closed. Suscévaz then became part of the new Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
Suscévaz Coat of Arms
What does the Suscévaz coat of arms mean? A coat of arms is a special design that represents a town or family. The coat of arms for Suscévaz is described as Barry wavy of Six Gules and Vert, a Lion rampant Or. This means it has six wavy stripes, alternating red and green. On top of these stripes, there is a golden lion standing on its hind legs.
Population and People of Suscévaz
How many people live in Suscévaz? Suscévaz is a small town with a population of about 175 people. In recent years, the population has grown a little. This growth is mostly because people have moved into the town.
Most people in Suscévaz speak French. This is their first language. Some people also speak Portuguese or German.
Age Groups in Suscévaz
What are the different age groups in Suscévaz? In Suscévaz, about 8% of the people are young children (0-9 years old). Around 13% are teenagers (10-19 years old). Adults aged 20-59 make up about half of the population. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about a quarter of the population.
Households in Suscévaz
What kinds of homes are in Suscévaz? There are about 70 households in Suscévaz. On average, there are 2.5 people living in each home. Some homes have just one person. Other homes have five or more people. Many homes are lived in by married couples, some with children and some without.
Most of the buildings in Suscévaz are single-family homes. There are also some multi-family buildings and buildings used for both homes and businesses.
Historical Population Changes
How has the population of Suscévaz changed over time? The chart below shows how the number of people living in Suscévaz has changed throughout history:
Economy and Jobs in Suscévaz
What kind of jobs do people have in Suscévaz? In Suscévaz, many people work in farming. This is called the primary economic sector. There are also some jobs in manufacturing, which is the secondary sector. A few people work in the tertiary sector, which includes services like education.
Most people who live in Suscévaz travel to other towns for work. Only a few people come into Suscévaz to work. Many people use a private car to get to their jobs. Some also use public transportation.
Religion in Suscévaz
What are the main religions in Suscévaz? Based on information from 2000, most people in Suscévaz belong to the Swiss Reformed Church. A smaller number of people are Roman Catholic. Some people belong to other Christian churches. There are also people who do not belong to any church.
Education in Suscévaz
What are the schools like in Suscévaz? Many adults in Suscévaz have finished high school. Some have also gone on to get higher education, like a university degree.
In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 18 students in the Suscévaz school district. Children usually attend primary school for four years. After that, they go to lower secondary school for six years.
Some students who live in Suscévaz go to schools in other towns. Also, some students from other towns come to school in Suscévaz.
See also
In Spanish: Suscévaz para niños
