Chaloem Phra Kiat District, Nakhon Si Thammarat


Chaloem Phra Kiat is a district of Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, southern Thailand.

History

The district was created on 5 December 1996, together with four other districts named Chaloem Phra Kiat in celebration of the 50th anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej's accession to the throne.
The district was composed of three tambons: Chian Khao, Don Tro, and Suan Luang of Chian Yai District and tambon Thang Phun from Ron Phibun.

Geography

Neighboring districts are : Phra Phrom, Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat, Pak Phanang, Chian Yai, Cha-uat, and Ron Phibun.

Administration

The district is divided into four sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 37 villages. There are no municipal areas, and four tambon administrative organizations.