Phanna Nikhom District


Phanna Nikhom is a district of Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand.

Geography

Neighboring districts are Mueang Sakon Nakhon, Kut Bak, Nikhom Nam Un, Waritchaphum, Phang Khon, Wanon Niwat and Akat Amnuai of Sakon Nakhon Province, and Na Wa of Nakhon Phanom Province.

History

The area was originally known as Ban Phang Phrao. It was renamed Phanna Nikhom and made a district in 1902.

Administration

The district is divided into 10 sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 123 villages. Phanna Nikhom is a township which covers parts of tambon Phanna. There are a further 10 tambon administrative organizations.