Thalheim, Aargau facts for kids
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Thalheim
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 Thalheim
Location in Switzerland
Thalheim
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Brugg | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 9.92 km2 (3.83 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 451 m (1,480 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 820 | |
| • Density | 82.7/km2 (214.1/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5112
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| Surrounded by | Auenstein, Biberstein, Densbüren, Küttigen, Oberflachs, Schinznach-Dorf, Zeihen | |
Thalheim is a town in Switzerland. It is located in the Aargau region, within the Brugg area.
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Exploring Thalheim's Geography
Thalheim covers an area of about 9.91 square kilometers (3.83 square miles). A large part of this land is used for farming, about 49.9%. Forests cover another big section, making up about 43.5% of the area.
The rest of the land is used for buildings and roads (5.8%). A very small part, 0.1%, includes rivers or lakes. Most of the built-up areas are homes and other buildings. The forests are quite dense, and some areas have orchards or small groups of trees.
Thalheim's Coat of Arms
The official symbol of Thalheim is its coat of arms. It shows a blue grape with green leaves on a silver background. This design is called Argent a Grape Azure slipped and leaved Vert in heraldry terms.
People and Population in Thalheim
Thalheim has a population of about 750 people. A small number of residents, around 4.7%, are from other countries. Over the past ten years, the population has changed a little.
Most people in Thalheim speak German, about 98.5%. A smaller number of people speak Italian or Portuguese.
Age Groups in Thalheim
In Thalheim, about 7.8% of the people are children aged 0 to 9 years old. Teenagers, aged 10 to 19, make up about 13.5% of the population. Adults aged 20 to 59 make up a large part of the population. Older adults, aged 60 and above, make up about 24.1% of the population.
Homes and Households
In 2000, there were 285 homes in Thalheim. The average home had about 2.6 people living in it. Many homes had 3 or 4 people, and some had 5 or more. In 2008, about 44.1% of all homes were single-family houses.
Education in Thalheim
Many adults in Thalheim, about 74.9%, have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like university. In the 2008-2009 school year, 46 students attended primary school in Thalheim.
Historical Population Growth
The number of people living in Thalheim has changed over the years:
- 1975: 551 people
- 1980: 565 people
- 1990: 645 people
- 2000: 758 people
Important Historical Sites
The old ruins of Schenkenberg castle are a very important historical site in Switzerland. They are recognized as a national heritage site. The entire village of Thalheim is also part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites, meaning it has special cultural value.
Thalheim's Economy and Jobs
In 2007, Thalheim had a very low unemployment rate of 0.67%. This means almost everyone who wanted a job had one.
Working in Thalheim
Many people in Thalheim work in different types of jobs:
- Farming: About 61 people work in farming, with 29 businesses in this area.
- Manufacturing: Around 64 people work in manufacturing and production, with 7 businesses.
- Services: About 81 people work in service jobs, like shops or offices, with 21 businesses.
Most people who live in Thalheim, about 72.1%, travel outside the town for work. However, 92 people come into Thalheim to work. About 7.8% of workers use public transportation, and 65% drive their own cars.
Religion in Thalheim
Based on a 2000 survey, most people in Thalheim belong to the Swiss Reformed Church, about 76.6%. A smaller group, about 12.6%, are Roman Catholic.
See also
In Spanish: Thalheim para niños
