Ban Lueam district

Ban Lueam is a district in the northern part of Nakhon Ratchasima province, northeastern Thailand.

Etymology

The name Lueam comes from the Ma Lueam tree. In the past, a big tree of this kind was the landmark of the village.

History

Tambon Ban Lueam, Wang Pho, and Khok Krabueang were separated from Khong district to create a minor district on 18 October 1976. It was upgraded to a full district on 1 January 1988.

Geography

Neighbouring districts are : Kaeng Sanam Nang, Bua Yai, and Khong of Nakhon Ratchasima province, and Noen Sa-nga and Mueang Chaiyaphum of Chaiyaphum province.

Administration

The district is divided into four sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 39 villages. Ban Lueam is also a sub-district municipality covering parts of tambons Ban Lueam and Wang Pho. There are a further four tambon administrative organizations.