Zuzwil, Bern facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zuzwil
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 Zuzwil
Location in Switzerland
Zuzwil
Location in Canton of Bern
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| Country | Switzerland | |
| Canton | Bern | |
| District | Bern-Mittelland | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.47 km2 (1.34 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 565 m (1,854 ft) | |
| Population
(Dec 2020 )
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| • Total | 563 | |
| • Density | 162.2/km2 (420.2/sq mi) | |
| Postal code |
3303
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| Surrounded by | Ballmoos, Bangerten, Deisswil bei Münchenbuchsee, Iffwil, Jegenstorf, Rapperswil | |
Zuzwil is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Bern-Mittelland area of the canton of Bern in Switzerland. It's a quiet place that has grown into a "commuter town" for people working in bigger cities nearby.
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History of Zuzwil
Early Beginnings and Roman Times
Zuzwil was first written about in the year 1249, when it was called Zuozwile. Even before that, people lived here. The oldest signs of a settlement are some old Roman era walls that are now in ruins.
Medieval Land Ownership
During the 1200s and 1300s, different powerful groups owned land in Zuzwil. These included the Counts of Kyburg and several abbeys (monasteries) like Frienisberg Abbey and Fraubrunnen Abbey.
Bernese Control and Changes
Later, the city of Bern took control of Zuzwil. They grouped it with other villages like Vogelsang and Dieterswil. A mayor from Bern, who lived in Dieterswil, was in charge of this area. This system lasted until 1798, when the French invaded Switzerland. After the invasion, Zuzwil became part of a new area called the Fraubrunnen district.
From Farms to Commuter Town
For a long time, Zuzwil was mostly a farming community. But around 1965, things started to change. It began to become a place where people lived but traveled to work in bigger cities, especially Bern. By the year 2000, most working people from Zuzwil traveled to Bern, Jegenstorf, or other towns for their jobs. Zuzwil is also the center of a school district that includes the nearby towns of Iffwil and Ballmoos.
Geography of Zuzwil
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Zuzwil covers an area of about 3.5 square kilometers (1.35 square miles). A large part of this land, about 66.8%, is used for farming. Forests cover about 26.0% of the area. The remaining 7.5% is where buildings and roads are located. A very small part, about 0.3%, is made up of rivers or lakes.
Most of the forested land is covered with thick forests. For farming, about 57.8% of the land is used for growing crops. The town is located on the eastern side of the Rapperswil plateau. It sits at a crossroads of important roads connecting different towns.
On January 1, 2010, Zuzwil joined a new administrative area called Verwaltungskreis Bern-Mittelland.
Coat of Arms
The design of Zuzwil's coat of arms is simple and striking. It shows three blue shovel-heads on a gold background.
Population and People
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As of 2010, Zuzwil has a population of about 574 people. Over the past ten years (from 2000 to 2010), the population has grown by about 23.6%. Most of this growth came from people moving into the town.
Languages Spoken
Most people in Zuzwil speak German as their main language. In 2000, about 97% of the population spoke German. A small number of people also speak French or English.
Where People Come From
In 2000, about 29.5% of the people living in Zuzwil were born there. Another 42.2% were born in the same canton (Bern). About 18.4% came from other parts of Switzerland, and 7.6% were born outside of Switzerland.
Age Groups
In 2010, about 22.5% of the population were children and teenagers (0-19 years old). Adults (20-64 years old) made up 55.9%, and seniors (over 64 years old) made up 21.6%.
Population Over Time
The chart below shows how Zuzwil's population has changed over many years:
Economy and Jobs
In 2011, Zuzwil had a low unemployment rate of 1.31%. In 2008, there were 60 people working in the town.
Main Job Sectors
- Primary Sector: This includes jobs like farming. In 2008, 34 people worked in this sector, with 12 businesses.
- Secondary Sector: This includes manufacturing and construction. There were no jobs in this sector in 2008.
- Tertiary Sector: This includes services like shops, schools, and offices. In 2008, 26 people worked in this sector, with 10 businesses.
Commuting for Work
Many people who live in Zuzwil travel to other towns for work. In 2000, 187 residents commuted out of Zuzwil for their jobs, while only 17 people commuted into Zuzwil to work. This means Zuzwil sends out many more workers than it brings in. About 14% of the working population used public transportation, and 56.8% used a private car to get to work.
Religion
Based on the 2000 census, most people in Zuzwil are Christian. About 78.1% belonged to the Swiss Reformed Church, and 8.9% were Roman Catholic. A small number of people belonged to other Christian churches or other religions like Hinduism. About 6.54% of the population did not belong to any church.
Education
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Education is important in Zuzwil. About 42.2% of the population has finished non-mandatory high school education. Also, 18.1% have gone on to higher education, like university or a specialized college.
School System in Bern
The Canton of Bern has a specific school system:
- One year of non-required Kindergarten.
- Six years of Primary school.
- Three years of required lower Secondary school, where students are grouped by their abilities.
- After lower Secondary, students can choose to continue their schooling or start an apprenticeship (learning a trade on the job).
Students in Zuzwil
During the 2010–11 school year, 73 students attended classes in Zuzwil. There was one kindergarten class with 30 students. The town had two primary classes with 31 students. There was also one lower secondary class with 12 students.
In 2000, 27 students came to Zuzwil for school from other towns, while 23 students from Zuzwil went to schools outside the municipality.
Images for kids
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A view of Zuzwil
See also
In Spanish: Zuzwil (Berna) para niños
