Torny facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Torny
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De Diesbach Castle in Torny village
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 Torny
Location in Switzerland
Torny
Location in Canton of Fribourg
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Fribourg | |
| District | Glâne | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 10.18 km2 (3.93 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 675 m (2,215 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 988 | |
| • Density | 97.05/km2 (251.37/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1748
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| Surrounded by | Châtonnaye, Corserey, La Brillaz, La Folliaz, Montagny, Payerne (VD), Trey (VD) | |
Torny is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the canton of Fribourg in Switzerland. It's part of the Glâne district. Torny was formed in 2004 when two smaller places, Middes and Torny-le-Grand, joined together.
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Torny's Land and Nature
Torny covers an area of about 10.2 square kilometers (about 4 square miles). A big part of this land, almost 70%, is used for farming. This means people grow crops and raise animals there.
About a quarter of Torny's land is covered by thick forests. The rest of the land is where buildings and roads are located. A very small part of the area is made up of rivers and lakes.
How Torny Uses Its Land
Most of the built-up areas are homes and other buildings. Roads and other ways to get around make up a smaller part. All the forests in Torny are dense, meaning they have many trees.
For farming, about half of the land is used for growing crops. Another part is used as pastures where animals can graze. A small amount of land is used for orchards, where fruit trees grow. All the water in Torny is from flowing rivers and streams.
People Living in Torny
Torny has a population of about 900 people. In recent years, the number of people living in Torny has grown. This growth is mostly because new people have moved into the area.
Languages Spoken in Torny
Most people in Torny speak French as their main language. A smaller number of people speak German, and even fewer speak Italian.
Age Groups in Torny
About a quarter of Torny's population are children and teenagers (up to 19 years old). Most of the people are adults between 20 and 64 years old. A smaller group are seniors, who are over 64 years old.
Important Historic Places in Torny
Torny is home to some very old and important buildings. Two castles are recognized as special national heritage sites. These are De Diesbach Castle and Griset de Forel Castle, which also has a beautiful park.
The entire small village of Torny-le-Petit is also considered an important part of Swiss heritage. These places help tell the story of Torny's past.
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De Diesbach Castle
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Griset de Forel Castle
with park
Torny's Economy and Jobs
In Torny, many people have jobs. The unemployment rate is quite low, meaning most people who want to work can find a job.
Types of Jobs in Torny
Jobs in Torny can be divided into three main groups:
- Primary sector: These jobs involve getting raw materials from nature. In Torny, this mainly means farming. Many people work in agriculture, growing food and raising animals.
- Secondary sector: These jobs involve making things. In Torny, some people work in manufacturing, creating goods. Others work in construction, building homes and other structures.
- Tertiary sector: These jobs involve providing services. This includes people working in shops, restaurants, or in education. Some people also work in technical jobs or science.
How People Travel to Work
Most people in Torny use a private car to get to their jobs. A smaller number of people use public transportation, like buses or trains.
Education in Torny
The school system in the Canton of Fribourg, where Torny is located, has different levels of schooling.
School Levels in Fribourg
- Kindergarten: Children can attend one year of kindergarten, but it's not required.
- Primary School: After kindergarten, students go to primary school for six years.
- Lower Secondary School: This level lasts for three years. Students are grouped based on their abilities.
- Upper Secondary School: After lower secondary, students can choose to go to an upper secondary school for three or four years. This can be a gymnasium (which prepares them for university) or a vocational program (which teaches them job skills).
- Tertiary School: After upper secondary, students can go to a higher education school or continue with an apprenticeship to learn a trade.
Students in Torny Schools
In one recent school year, there were over 100 students attending classes right in Torny. This included a kindergarten class and several primary school classes. Some students from Torny also traveled to nearby towns for lower secondary, upper secondary, or higher education classes, as these levels are not always available in Torny itself.
See also
In Spanish: Torny para niños
