Waltenschwil facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Waltenschwil
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 Waltenschwil
Location in Switzerland
Waltenschwil
Location in Canton of Aargau
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Aargau | |
| District | Muri | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.54 km2 (1.75 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 427 m (1,401 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 3,053 | |
| • Density | 672.5/km2 (1,741.7/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
5622
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| Surrounded by | Boswil, Bremgarten, Bünzen, Büttikon, Hermetschwil-Staffeln, Kallern, Uezwil, Wohlen | |
Waltenschwil is a small town, called a municipality, located in the Muri district. It's part of the Aargau region, known as a canton, in the country of Switzerland.
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Exploring Waltenschwil's Landscape
Waltenschwil covers an area of about 4.56 square kilometers (about 1.76 square miles). A large part of this land, more than half, is used for farming. About one-fifth of the area is covered by forests.
The rest of the land is where buildings and roads are found. There are also a few small rivers and streams that flow through the municipality.
Waltenschwil's Coat of Arms
The design on Waltenschwil's municipal coat of arms is quite unique. It shows a silver crescent moon, which is a moon shape that is growing. Around the moon, there are four silver five-pointed stars. One star is on the right side, and three are lined up on the left side. All of this is set against a blue background.
People of Waltenschwil
Waltenschwil has a population of about 2,400 people. A small part of the population, about 9.5%, are people from other countries. Over the past ten years, the number of people living here has grown by about 13.4%.
Most people in Waltenschwil speak German, which is spoken by over 95% of the residents. Other languages spoken include Italian and Albanian.
Age Groups in Waltenschwil
The population of Waltenschwil includes many young people. About 12% of the people are children under 10 years old, and 14% are teenagers between 10 and 19.
Adults make up the largest part of the population. About 11% are young adults in their twenties, and about 13% are in their thirties. The largest group, about 19%, are people in their forties.
Homes and Families
In Waltenschwil, there are many different types of homes. Many homes have three or four people living in them. There are also many homes with five or more people, showing that larger families live here.
Most of the homes in Waltenschwil are single-family houses. This means they are houses built for one family to live in.
Voting and Politics
In the 2007 federal election, the most popular political party in Waltenschwil was the SVP. They received the most votes. Other popular parties included the CVP, the SP, and the FDP.
Historical Population Growth
The number of people living in Waltenschwil has changed over time. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1975 | 1,166 | — |
| 1980 | 1,207 | +3.5% |
| 1990 | 1,727 | +43.1% |
| 2000 | 2,038 | +18.0% |
Waltenschwil's Economy
In 2007, Waltenschwil had a low unemployment rate, meaning most people who wanted jobs had them. The town's economy is divided into three main parts:
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs related to farming and natural resources. About 59 people work in this area.
- Secondary Sector: This involves manufacturing and construction. About 66 people work in these types of jobs.
- Tertiary Sector: This is the largest part, with about 379 people working in services like shops, offices, and schools.
Many people who live in Waltenschwil travel to other towns for work. However, some people also come into Waltenschwil to work. Most people use a private car to get to their jobs, while a smaller number use public transportation.
Religion in Waltenschwil
According to a census from 2000, most people in Waltenschwil are Roman Catholic. About 62.7% of the population belongs to the Roman Catholic Church.
The second largest religious group is the Swiss Reformed Church, with about 23.6% of the population. There are also a few people who belong to the Christian Catholic faith.
Learning and Education
Many adults in Waltenschwil have completed more than just basic schooling. About 82.3% of adults between 25 and 64 years old have finished either advanced high school or gone on to higher education, like a university.
For younger students, there are about 227 children attending primary school in Waltenschwil.
Images for kids
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The village church of Waltenschwil
See also
In Spanish: Waltenschwil para niños
