Val Terbi facts for kids
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Val Terbi
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Vicques village
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 Val Terbi
Location in Switzerland
Val Terbi
Location in Canton of Jura
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| Country | Switzerland |
| Canton | Jura |
| District | Delémont |
| Area | |
| • Total | 38.84 km2 (15.00 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 8,651 |
| • Density | 222.73/km2 (576.88/sq mi) |
| Postal code |
2824/2828/2829
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| Localities | Recolaine |
| Surrounded by | Courchapoix, Rebeuvelier, Courroux, Bärschwil(SO), Mervelier, Corban, Grindel(SO), Erschwil(SO), Beinwil(SO), Courchapoix, Schelten(BE), Elay(BE), Corcelles(BE), Crémines(BE) |
Val Terbi is a municipality, or town, located in the Jura canton of Switzerland. It's part of the Delémont district. Val Terbi was formed when several smaller towns joined together. On January 1, 2013, the towns of Montsevelier, Vermes, and Vicques merged. Later, on January 1, 2018, Corban also became part of Val Terbi.
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A Look at Val Terbi's Past
The towns that make up Val Terbi have a long history.
Montsevelier's History
Montsevelier was first mentioned in old records in the year 1136. Back then, it was known as Muzivilir. It also used to have a German name, Mutzwil, but that name is no longer used today.
Vermes' History
Vermes is even older! It was first mentioned in records from 866, where it was called Vertima. Later, in 1308, it appeared as Vermunt.
Vicques' History
Vicques also dates back to 866, when it was known as Vicum. These old names show how long people have lived in this area.
Understanding Val Terbi's Geography
Val Terbi covers an area of about 38.86 square kilometers (15 square miles).
Land Use in Val Terbi
- About 43.5% of the land is used for farming. This includes fields for crops, grasslands for animals, and areas for fruit trees and vineyards.
- A large part, 51.1%, is covered by forests.
- About 4.9% of the land has buildings and roads.
- A small part, 0.6%, is land that can't be used for anything, like rocky areas.
Over the years, the amount of land used for buildings has grown. More homes and roads have been built. However, the amount of land used for farming and forests has slightly decreased.
Who Lives in Val Terbi?
Val Terbi is home to about 2,592 people (as of December 2011).
Population Details
- About 7.3% of the people living in Val Terbi are foreign nationals. This means they are from other countries but live in Val Terbi.
- From 2010 to 2015, the population of Val Terbi grew by about 2.62%.
- In 2015, for every 1,000 people, 7.2 babies were born, and 8.0 people passed away.
Age Groups in Val Terbi
- Young people (ages 0-19) make up about 23.9% of the population.
- Adults (ages 20-64) are the largest group, making up 58.3%.
- Seniors (over 64 years old) make up 17.7% of the population.
Homes and Families
In 2015, there were 1,029 homes in Val Terbi. On average, about 2.53 people lived in each home. Most of the buildings in Val Terbi are single-family homes, which means one family lives in each house. This is similar to the rest of the Jura canton.
How Val Terbi's Population Has Changed Over Time
The chart below shows how the population of the towns that now form Val Terbi has changed since 1850. You can see how each town's population grew or shrank over the years before they merged.
Special Places to See
The entire village of Corban is a special place. It's listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it has important historical or cultural value that needs to be protected.
Val Terbi's Economy
Val Terbi has a mixed economy. This means that both farming and manufacturing (making things in factories) are important for jobs and money in the area. It's also part of the larger Delémont city area, which helps its economy.
Jobs in Val Terbi
In 2014, there were 883 people working in Val Terbi.
- Primary Sector: About 140 people worked in 49 businesses related to farming and natural resources. This includes things like growing crops or raising animals.
- Secondary Sector: About 297 people worked in 45 businesses that make things. This includes factories and workshops.
- Tertiary Sector: The largest number of jobs, 446, were in 106 businesses that provide services. This includes shops, offices, schools, and hospitals.
Financial Information
In 2015, a small number of people, about 2.7% of the population, received social assistance. This is help from the government for people who need it. The average income for a taxpayer in Val Terbi in 2013 was about 66,064 Swiss Francs. This is how much money people earned before taxes.
