Wenslingen facts for kids
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Wenslingen
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 Wenslingen
Location in Switzerland
Wenslingen
Location in Canton of Basel-Landschaft
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Basel-Landschaft | |
| District | Sissach | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 5.92 km2 (2.29 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 571 m (1,873 ft) | |
| Population
(Jun 2021 )
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| • Total | 699 | |
| • Density | 118.07/km2 (305.8/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
4493
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| Surrounded by | Anwil, Kilchberg, Oltingen, Ormalingen, Rothenfluh, Tecknau, Zeglingen | |
Wenslingen is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Sissach district. It is part of the canton of Basel-Country in Switzerland. Think of a canton like a state or a region within a country.
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Discovering Wenslingen's Geography
Wenslingen covers an area of about 5.91 square kilometers (or 2.28 square miles). This is how the land is used:
- A big part, about 62.3%, is used for farming. This includes fields for crops and areas for animals to graze.
- Nearly 30% of the land is covered by forests. These are dense, thick woods.
- About 6.6% of Wenslingen is built up with buildings and roads.
- A very small part, 0.2%, is made up of rivers or lakes. All the water here is flowing water.
Wenslingen's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Wenslingen's coat of arms has two main parts:
- On one side, there's a golden background with a green pine tree. The tree grows from a black base.
- On the other side, there's a red background with a golden head of wheat. This often symbolizes farming and growth.
Wenslingen's Population and People
Wenslingen has a population of about 699 people.
- About 5.3% of the people living here are from other countries.
- Over the last 10 years, the number of people living in Wenslingen has grown by about 7.1%.
Languages Spoken in Wenslingen
Most people in Wenslingen speak German, which is about 98.2% of the population. A few people also speak French or Serbo-Croatian.
Who Lives in Wenslingen?
In Wenslingen, about 50.9% of the people are male and 49.1% are female.
- Most residents, about 94.4%, are Swiss citizens.
- About 38% of the people living in Wenslingen were also born there.
- Another 32.5% were born in the same canton (Basel-Country).
- About 20.9% were born somewhere else in Switzerland, and 4.4% were born outside of Switzerland.
Population Changes in Wenslingen
In a recent year, there were 9 babies born to Swiss citizens and 1 baby born to non-Swiss citizens. During the same time, 5 Swiss citizens passed away. This means the number of Swiss citizens increased by 4, and the number of foreign residents increased by 1. Overall, the population grew by 1.0%.
Age Groups in Wenslingen
Here's a look at the different age groups in Wenslingen:
- Children (0-6 years old): 6.9% of the population.
- Teenagers (7-19 years old): 14.2% of the population.
- Young adults (20-29 years old): 8.2% of the population.
- Adults (30-49 years old): 32.4% of the population.
- Older adults (50-64 years old): 20.9% of the population.
- Seniors (65 years and older): 17.4% of the population.
Homes and Households in Wenslingen
There are about 256 private homes in Wenslingen, with an average of 2.5 people living in each home.
- About 25.7% of homes have only one person living in them.
- There are also many families, including married couples with or without children, and single parents with children.
Types of Buildings in Wenslingen
Most of the inhabited buildings in Wenslingen are single-family homes, making up about 58.5% of all buildings. There are also some multi-family buildings and buildings used for both homes and businesses. Many of the single-family homes were built between 1990 and 2000.
There are about 270 apartments in Wenslingen. Most of these apartments are lived in all the time.
Historical Population Trends
The chart below shows how Wenslingen's population has changed over many years:
Special Sights in Wenslingen
The whole village of Wenslingen is considered a special place. It's part of the Inventory of Swiss Heritage Sites. This means it's recognized for its important history and beauty.
Wenslingen's Economy and Jobs
Wenslingen has a low unemployment rate of 1.4%. This means most people who want to work can find a job.
Types of Jobs in Wenslingen
Jobs in Wenslingen can be grouped into three main types:
- Primary Sector: These jobs are about getting raw materials from nature. In Wenslingen, this mainly means farming. About 50 people work in this area.
- Secondary Sector: These jobs involve making things. This includes manufacturing (like making products in factories) and construction (like building homes and roads). About 33 people work in this sector.
- Tertiary Sector: These jobs are about providing services to people. This includes things like sales, transportation, hotels, restaurants, healthcare, and education. About 78 people work in this sector.
In total, there are about 113 full-time jobs in Wenslingen. Many people who live in Wenslingen also travel to other towns for work. About 27.4% of workers use public transportation, and 47.9% use a private car to get to their jobs.
Religion in Wenslingen
Based on a survey from 2000:
- About 10.7% of the people were Roman Catholic.
- About 71.5% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church.
- A smaller number of people belonged to other Christian churches, or were Islamic or Buddhist.
- About 8.55% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education in Wenslingen
Education is important in Wenslingen.
- About 44.6% of the people have finished their high school education (called upper secondary education in Switzerland).
- About 11.1% have gone on to get a higher education, like going to a university.
Many students from other towns come to Wenslingen for school. Also, some students from Wenslingen go to schools in other towns.
See also
In Spanish: Wenslingen para niños
