Werthenstein facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Werthenstein
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 Werthenstein
Location in Switzerland
Werthenstein
Location in Canton of Lucerne
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Lucerne | |
| District | Entlebuch | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 15.8 km2 (6.1 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 585 m (1,919 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 2,125 | |
| • Density | 134.5/km2 (348.3/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
6106
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| Surrounded by | Entlebuch, Malters, Ruswil, Schwarzenberg, Wolhusen | |
Werthenstein is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Switzerland. It's part of the Lucerne area, specifically in the Entlebuch district. It's a peaceful place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
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Exploring Werthenstein's Land
Werthenstein covers an area of about 15.7 square kilometers. A big part of this land, almost 60%, is used for farming. This means there are lots of fields and pastures.
About 32% of the area is covered by forests. These are important for nature and offer great places to explore.
A smaller part, about 7%, is where people live and work. This includes buildings, roads, and other developed areas. The rest of the land, just over 1%, includes rivers and other natural spaces that aren't used for farming or building.
In 1997, surveys showed that most of the farmland was used for crops or grazing animals. A small part was used for growing fruits. The settled areas included homes, businesses, and transportation routes.
Who Lives in Werthenstein?
Werthenstein has a population of about 2,000 people. A small part of the population, around 7.8%, are people from other countries. Over the last ten years, the number of people living here has stayed about the same.
Most people in Werthenstein speak German, which is the main language. A few people also speak Italian or Albanian.
How People Vote
In the 2007 election, the most popular political group was the CVP. They received about 42% of the votes. Other popular groups included the SVP, the FDP, and the SPS. These parties help make decisions for the town.
Age Groups in Werthenstein
The people in Werthenstein come from all age groups.
- About 25% of the population are young people, aged 0 to 19 years old.
- Around 24% are young adults, aged 20 to 39 years old.
- The largest group, about 34%, are adults aged 40 to 64 years old.
- Older adults, aged 65 to 79, make up about 11% of the population.
- A smaller group, about 4%, are very old, aged 80 to 89.
- Only a very small number of people are 90 years old or older.
Education and Homes
Many adults in Werthenstein have a good education. About 58% of people aged 25 to 64 have finished high school or gone on to higher education, like a university.
In 2000, there were almost 700 homes in Werthenstein. About 27% of these homes were for people living alone. Around 13% were large homes with five or more family members.
Most of the buildings in the town are homes. There are also some buildings that are used for both living and working. Many homes are two or three stories tall.
Jobs in Werthenstein
Werthenstein has a low unemployment rate, which means most people who want to work can find a job.
People in Werthenstein work in different types of jobs:
- Primary Sector: About 230 people work in farming or other jobs that get raw materials from nature. There are many small businesses in this area.
- Secondary Sector: Around 600 people work in manufacturing or construction. These jobs involve making things.
- Tertiary Sector: About 700 people work in services, like shops, schools, or healthcare.
In 2000, over half of the people in Werthenstein had a job. Women made up about 37% of the working population.
Religions in Werthenstein
In 2000, most people in Werthenstein were Roman Catholic, making up about 84% of the population. About 6.7% were Protestant. A small number of people belonged to other Christian faiths or were Muslim. Some people did not belong to any organized religion.
See also
In Spanish: Werthenstein para niños
