It developed as a typical Dutch dike village and service center to neighbouring large- and medium-scale farms providing labour, schooling, postal services, basic foods, recreational and drinking establishments, and maintenance of farming implements. In its heyday it was inhabited by as many as 500 people.
It developed as a typical Dutch dike village and service hub to neighboring large- and medium-scale farms offering labor, education, postal services, basic necessities, leisure facilities, and maintenance of agricultural equipment. At its peak, it was inhabited by up to 500 people, which is similar to the concept of a rural community or an agricultural town.