Wang Nam Khu


Wang Nam Khu is a sub-district in the Mueang Phitsanulok District of Phitsanulok Province, Thailand. Its name translates roughly as 'river bend palace'.

Geography

Wang Nam Khu is bordered to the north by Wat Phrik, to the east by Tha Tan of Bang Krathum District, to the south by Ban Rai of Bang Krathum District, and to the west by Ngio Ngam. The topography of the sub-district consists of flat lowlands, well suited for agriculture. Wang Nam Khu is on the Nan River. The sub-district lies in the Nan Basin, which is part of the Chao Phraya Watershed.

History

Wang Nam Khu was settled during the Ayutthaya Period and served as the location of bases for both Thai and Burmese troops.

Economy

The present economy of Wang Nam Khu is based on agriculture and commerce.

Administration

The following is a list of the sub-district's mubans :
No.EnglishThai
1Ban Wang Yangบ้านวังยาง
2Ban Pak Phing Thawan Ok บ้านปากพิงตะวันออก
3Ban Pak Donบ้านปากดอน
4Ban Bang Kwan Maบ้านบางขวัญม้า
5Ban Khung Wangบ้านคุ้งวัง
6Ban Bang Saiบ้านบางทราย
7Ban Phai Long Rat Jayrinบ้านไผ่หลงราษฎร์เจริญ
8Ban Nong Yaบ้านหนองหญ้า