Waldstatt facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Waldstatt
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 Waldstatt
Location in Switzerland
Waldstatt
Location in Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Appenzell Ausserrhoden | |
| District | n.a. | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 6.75 km2 (2.61 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 816 m (2,677 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 1,803 | |
| • Density | 267.11/km2 (691.8/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
9104
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| Surrounded by | Herisau, Hundwil, Schwellbrunn, Urnäsch | |
Waldstatt is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden in Switzerland. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and quiet way of life.
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A Look at Waldstatt's History
Waldstatt was first mentioned in old records way back in 1374. At that time, it was called Ober Walstatt. Later, in 1415, its name changed to Wallstatt. This shows that the town has been around for a very long time!
Where is Waldstatt Located?
Waldstatt covers an area of about 6.7 square kilometers (about 2.6 square miles). A big part of this land, around 62%, is used for farming. About 26% of the area is covered by forests, which means there are lots of trees and green spaces.
The town itself, along with several smaller groups of houses called hamlets and many farmhouses, make up the municipality. It's a mix of town life and peaceful countryside.
Who Lives in Waldstatt?
As of 2008, about 1,755 people lived in Waldstatt. A small part of the population, around 11.5%, are people from other countries. Over the ten years before 2008, the number of people living in Waldstatt grew a little bit, by about 1.9%.
Most people in Waldstatt speak German, which is the main language. Some other languages spoken include Turkish and Serbo-Croatian. In 2000, the population was almost evenly split between males (50.2%) and females (49.8%).
Many adults in Waldstatt have completed a good level of education. About 68.6% of people aged 25 to 64 have finished either high school or gone on to higher education like university.
Jobs and Economy in Waldstatt
Waldstatt has a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who want to work can find jobs. In 2005, there were different types of jobs available:
- Farming: About 78 people worked in farming, with 38 businesses related to this.
- Manufacturing: Around 304 people worked in factories or making things, with 19 businesses in this area.
- Services: About 202 people worked in jobs like shops, offices, or tourism, with 54 businesses offering these services.
Getting Around Waldstatt
Waldstatt has its own railway station, called Waldstatt. This station is part of the Gossau–Wasserauen line, which makes it easy for people to travel to and from the town by train.
See also
In Spanish: Waldstatt para niños
