Phu Pha Man District


Phu Pha Man is the northwesternmost district of Khon Kaen Province, northeastern Thailand.

History

The district was established as a minor district on 15 July 1981 with the two tambons Non Don and Na Fai split off from Chum Phae District. The administration started operation on 1 September 1981, and on 1 October 1981 the district office building was opened. On 4 July 1994 the minor district was upgraded to a full district.

Geography

Neighboring districts are : Phu Kradueng of Loei Province; Chum Phae of Khon Kaen Province; Khon San of Chaiyaphum Province; and Nam Nao of Phetchabun Province.

Administration

The district is divided into five subdistricts, which are further subdivided into 41 villages. Phu Pha Man is a township which covers parts of tambons Phu Pha Man and Non Dong. There are a further five tambon administrative organizations.