Vuiteboeuf facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Vuiteboeuf
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Vuiteboeuf village church
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 Vuiteboeuf
Location in Switzerland
Vuiteboeuf
Location in Canton of Vaud
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Vaud | |
| District | Jura-Nord Vaudois | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.06 km2 (1.95 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 610 m (2,000 ft) | |
| Highest elevation | 1,165 m (3,822 ft) | |
| Lowest elevation | 492 m (1,614 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 588 | |
| • Density | 116.21/km2 (301.0/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Les Vuitebolards | |
| Postal code |
1445
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| Localities | Peney | |
| Surrounded by | Sainte-Croix, Vugelles-La Mothe, Orges, Valeyres-sous-Montagny, Essert-sous-Champvent, Champvent, Baulmes | |
Vuiteboeuf is a small town, also called a municipality, in Switzerland. It is located in the canton of Vaud, within the Jura-Nord Vaudois area. The town sits at the bottom of the Sainte-Croix hills and includes a smaller area called Peney.
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History
When Vuiteboeuf Was First Known
Vuiteboeuf is a very old place! It was first written about in the year 1028. Back then, its name was Vaitibo.
Geography
Where Vuiteboeuf Is Located
Vuiteboeuf covers an area of about 5.1 square kilometers (about 2 square miles). A large part of this land, almost half, is used for farming. This means people grow crops or raise animals there.
Another big part of the land, about 43.5%, is covered by forests. The rest of the area has buildings, roads, or small rivers.
Land Use in Vuiteboeuf
Most of the built-up areas are for houses and other buildings. Roads and other ways to travel make up the rest. In the forests, most of the land is heavily wooded. Some smaller areas have orchards or groups of trees.
For farming, most land is used for growing crops. Some areas are pastures for animals. A small part is used for fruit trees or grapevines. All the water in Vuiteboeuf comes from flowing rivers or streams.
Changes in Districts
Vuiteboeuf used to be part of the Orbe District. But on August 31, 2006, that district was closed. Vuiteboeuf then became part of the new Jura-Nord Vaudois district.
Coat of Arms
Understanding the Vuiteboeuf Symbol
The town of Vuiteboeuf has its own special symbol, called a coat of arms. It looks like this: a silver shield with a wavy blue line across the middle. Above the line, there are three black mining wheels. Below the line, there is a silver church with a red roof.
People of Vuiteboeuf (Demographics)
Population and Languages
Vuiteboeuf has a population of about 477 people. Over the last 10 years, the number of people living here has grown. This growth is partly because new people have moved in and partly because more babies are born than people who pass away.
Most people in Vuiteboeuf speak French. It's the main language for about 88% of the population. Other languages spoken include Portuguese and Albanian. A few people also speak German or Italian.
Age Groups in Vuiteboeuf
The population of Vuiteboeuf includes people of all ages. About 14% are children under 10 years old. Another 14% are teenagers between 10 and 19. Adults between 20 and 59 make up the largest part of the population. There are also many older adults and seniors living in the town.
Economy
Jobs and Businesses
In Vuiteboeuf, people work in different types of jobs. Some people work in farming, which is called the primary sector. This includes jobs like growing crops or raising animals.
Other people work in the secondary sector. These jobs involve making things, like in factories, or building things, like houses and roads.
Many people also work in the tertiary sector. This includes jobs that provide services. For example, people work in shops, restaurants, or in education.
Commuting to Work
Many people who live in Vuiteboeuf travel to other towns for work. Fewer people travel into Vuiteboeuf for their jobs. Most people use a private car to get to work. Some also use public transportation.
Transport
Getting Around Vuiteboeuf
Vuiteboeuf has a special electric train line. This train connects Vuiteboeuf with other towns like Yverdon-les-Bains and Sainte Croix. It's a great way for people to travel around the area.
Religion
Beliefs in Vuiteboeuf
Many people in Vuiteboeuf are Christian. The two main Christian groups are Roman Catholic and Swiss Reformed Church. Some people also belong to other Christian churches. There are also people who follow Islam and Hinduism. A number of people do not belong to any church or have no specific religious beliefs.
Education
Schools in Vuiteboeuf
In Vuiteboeuf, many people have finished high school. Some have also gone on to get higher education from a university or a special college.
The local school system provides education for students. Children start with primary school, which lasts for four years. After that, they go to lower secondary school for six years. In the 2009/2010 school year, there were 81 students in the Vuiteboeuf school district.
Some students who live in Vuiteboeuf go to schools in other towns. Also, some students from other towns come to school in Vuiteboeuf.
Images for kids
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Vuiteboeuf village church
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Vuiteboeuf coat of arms
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Flag of Vuiteboeuf
See also
In Spanish: Vuiteboeuf para niños
