Khueang Nai District


Khueang Nai is a district in the northwestern part of Ubon Ratchathani Province, northeastern Thailand.

Geography

Neighboring districts are Muang Sam Sip, Mueang Ubon Ratchathani of Ubon Ratchathani Province, Kanthararom, Yang Chum Noi of Sisaket Province, Kho Wang, Maha Chana Chai, Kham Khuean Kaeo of Yasothon Province and Hua Taphan of Amnat Charoen Province.

History

Originally named Pachin Ubon, in 1913 the district was renamed Trakan Phuet Phon. In 1917, the district was renamed Khueang Nai.

Administration

The district is divided into 18 sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 180 villages. Khueang Nai is a sub-district municipality which covers parts of tambon Khueang Nai. There are a further 18 tambon administrative organizations.