Ban Lat District


Ban Lat is a district in the central part of Phetchaburi Province, western Thailand.

Geography

Neighboring districts are Khao Yoi, Mueang Phetchaburi, Tha Yang, Kaeng Krachan, and Nong Ya Plong of Phetchaburi Province.

History

Originally named Tha Chang, it was renamed Ban Lat in 1939.

Economy

The production of palm sugar is a specialty of the district.

Administration

The district is divided into 18 sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 115 villages. Ban Lat is a sub-district municipality and covers tambon Ban Lat. There are a further 14 tambon administrative organizations.