Villnachern facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villnachern
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 Villnachern
Location in Switzerland
Villnachern
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Brugg | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.75 km2 (2.22 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 362 m (1,188 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,654 | |
| • Density | 287.7/km2 (745.0/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5213
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| Surrounded by | Brugg, Linn, Schinznach-Bad, Schinznach-Dorf, Umiken, Unterbözberg | |
Villnachern is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Brugg district. It is part of the canton of Aargau in Switzerland.
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Villnachern's Location and Landscape
Villnachern covers an area of about 5.74 square kilometers (2.22 sq mi). A large part of the land, nearly half, is covered by forests. This makes it a very green place!
About 29% of the land is used for farming. This means there are fields where crops grow and pastures for animals. Rivers and streams also flow through the area.
The town itself, with its buildings and roads, takes up about 12.5% of the land.
Villnachern's Coat of Arms
The coat of arms for Villnachern is blue. It shows a golden plow blade in the middle. Above the plow, there are two golden five-pointed stars.
This design is called a blazon. It helps people recognize the town.
People and Population in Villnachern
Villnachern has a population of about 1,500 people. A small part of the population, around 10%, are people from other countries.
Most people in Villnachern speak German. It is the main language spoken by about 92% of the residents. A few people also speak French or Italian.
Age Groups in Villnachern
The population of Villnachern includes many young people. About 12% are children under 10 years old. Another 11% are teenagers between 10 and 19.
Adults make up the rest of the population. There are people of all ages living in Villnachern, from young adults to seniors.
Homes and Households
In Villnachern, there are many different types of homes. Most households have 3 or 4 people living in them. There are also many single-family homes.
The number of homes in Villnachern has grown over the years. This means more people are choosing to live there.
Education in Villnachern
Many adults in Villnachern have completed a good level of education. About 82% of people aged 25-64 have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like university.
There are also many students attending primary school in the municipality. In a recent school year, there were over 120 primary school students.
Political Choices
In the 2007 national election, the most popular political party in Villnachern was the SVP. They received the most votes from the people living there.
Important Historical Sites
Villnachern has a special building called the Tithe barn (Zehntenhaus). It is located at Vorstadt 2. This building is very old and important. It is listed as a Swiss heritage site of national significance. This means it is a protected historical treasure.
Villnachern's Economy and Jobs
The economy in Villnachern involves different types of jobs.
Primary Economic Sector
About 54 people work in the primary economic sector. This sector includes jobs that use natural resources, like farming. There are about 13 businesses in this area.
Secondary Economic Sector
The secondary sector employs 72 people. This sector involves making things, like in factories or construction. There are 16 businesses in this sector.
Tertiary Economic Sector
The largest number of people, 80, work in the tertiary sector. This sector is about providing services, like shops, offices, or healthcare. There are 30 businesses in this area.
Many people who live in Villnachern travel to other towns for work. Most people use a private car to get to their jobs. Some also use public transportation.
Religious Beliefs
According to a census from 2000, most people in Villnachern belong to one of two main Christian faiths. About 56% of the population are part of the Swiss Reformed Church. Another 25% are Roman Catholic. A small number of people belong to the Christian Catholic faith.
Images for kids
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Villnachern village and the A3 motorway seen from Habsburg castle.
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An aerial view of Villnachern from 1964.
See also
In Spanish: Villnachern para niños
