Vaugondry facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vaugondry
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 Vaugondry
Location in Switzerland
Vaugondry
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.84 km2 (0.32 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 729 m (2,392 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 36 | |
| • Density | 42.9/km2 (111.0/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
1423
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| Surrounded by | Champagne, Fontaines-sur-Grandson, Romairon, Villars-Burquin | |
Vaugondry was a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It was located in the Vaud area, specifically in the Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
On July 1, 2011, Vaugondry joined with three other nearby towns. These were Fontanezier, Romairon, and Villars-Burquin. Together, they formed a new, larger municipality called Tévenon.
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Geography of Vaugondry
Vaugondry was a small place, covering about 0.84 square kilometers (0.32 square miles) in 2009. Most of its land was used for farming or covered in forests.
- About 52% of the land was used for farming.
- Nearly 45% was covered by forests.
- A small part, about 2.4%, had buildings or roads.
The area was once part of the Grandson District. But on August 31, 2006, it became part of the newer Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
What is the Vaugondry Coat of Arms?
A coat of arms is like a special symbol for a town or family. Vaugondry's coat of arms has a unique design. It shows a cat standing up, ready to pounce, on a background of gold and blue triangles.
Population and People
In 2009, Vaugondry had a population of 36 people. Over ten years, from 1999 to 2009, the number of people changed a bit. More people were born than died, which made the population grow. However, some people moved away, which made it shrink.
Most people in Vaugondry spoke French in 2000. A few people also spoke Portuguese or German.
Many residents were born in the same area or elsewhere in Switzerland. Some people were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups in Vaugondry
In 2009, the population of Vaugondry included different age groups:
- Children (0-9 years old): 19.4%
- Teenagers (10-19 years old): 16.7%
- Young adults (20-29 years old): 13.9%
- Adults (30-59 years old): 41.7%
- Seniors (60 years and older): 5.6%
Historical Population Changes
The number of people living in Vaugondry changed over many years. You can see how the population grew and shrank in the chart below:
Important Sights
The entire small village of Vaugondry is considered an important historical place. It is listed as part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it has special cultural value.
Economy and Jobs
In 2010, Vaugondry had an unemployment rate of 11.6%. This means about one in ten people looking for work could not find a job.
In 2008, there were a few jobs in the primary economic sector. This sector mainly involves farming and producing raw materials. There were no jobs in manufacturing or services. Most people who lived in Vaugondry worked outside the town. Many used a private car to get to work.
Religion in Vaugondry
According to a 2000 survey, people in Vaugondry followed different religions:
- About 7.9% were Roman Catholic.
- About 55.3% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.
- A small number were Buddhist or belonged to other churches.
- About 28.95% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education
Many adults in Vaugondry have completed some form of higher education. In 2000, about 28.9% had finished high school. Another 21.1% had gone on to college or a specialized school.
In the 2009/2010 school year, 6 students lived in the Vaugondry school area.
- Four students were in primary school (grades 1-4).
- Two students were in lower secondary school (grades 5-10).
Many students from Vaugondry attended schools in other towns.
See also
In Spanish: Vaugondry para niños
