Trans, Switzerland facts for kids
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Location in Switzerland
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Location in Canton of Graubünden
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Graubünden | |
| District | Hinterrhein | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 7.44 km2 (2.87 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,473 m (4,833 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 56 | |
| • Density | 7.53/km2 (19.49/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
7417
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| Surrounded by | Almens, Churwalden, Paspels, Scheid, Tumegl/Tomils | |
Trans is a small village located in the Swiss canton of Graubünden. It is part of the municipality of Tomils. Trans used to be its own municipality.
In 2009, Trans joined with three other villages. These were Feldis/Veulden, Scheid, and Tumegl/Tomils. Together, they formed the new municipality of Tomils.
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History of Trans Village
The village of Trans has a long history. It was first mentioned in old writings around the middle of the 12th century. Back then, it was known by the name Hof ad Tranne.
Exploring Trans Geography
Trans covers an area of about 7.4 square kilometers (2.9 square miles). A large part of this land is covered by forests. About 46.4% of the area is forested. Another 30.2% is used for farming.
The village itself is built on a high terrace. This terrace is about 1,473 meters (4,833 feet) above sea level. It overlooks the eastern side of the Hinterrhine valley. Trans is a haufendorf village. This means it has an unplanned, irregular shape. Its buildings are packed closely together around a central area.
Understanding Trans Population
As of 2007, Trans had a population of 56 people. All of these residents were Swiss citizens. Over the ten years before 2007, the number of people living in Trans decreased a little.
In 2000, there were slightly more males than females. About 55.4% of the population was male. The remaining 44.6% was female. The village has people of all ages. In 2000, about 11.6% of the people were children under 9 years old. Another 8.7% were between 10 and 14 years old.
Most people in Trans are well-educated. About 52.8% of adults (aged 25-64) have finished higher education. This includes either a university degree or a specialized college degree.
The village has a very low unemployment rate. In 2005, no one was unemployed. Most jobs in Trans are in farming. There were 15 people working in agriculture. A few people also worked in manufacturing and services.
Historical Population Changes
The number of people living in Trans has changed over time. Here is a look at the population in different years:
| year | population |
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| 1803 | 84 |
| 1850 | 104 |
| 1900 | 56 |
| 1950 | 61 |
| 2000 | 69 |
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