Menghuan Subdistrict


Menghuan Subdistrict is an urban subdistrict in Mangshi, Yunnan, China. As of the 2017 census it had a population of 171,195 and an area of. It is the political, economic and cultural center of Mangshi City and Dehong Dai and Jingpo Autonomous Prefecture.

Administrative divisions

As of 2010, the subdistrict is divided into 11 communities:
  • Xinanli Community
  • Dongbeili Community
  • Tuanjie Community
  • Xincun Community
  • Jinhua Community
  • Jianguo Community
  • Bingwu Community
  • Sankeshu Community
  • Jiaolin Community
  • Bingmen Community
  • Chengxi Community

Etymology

In Dai language, "Mangshi" is called "Menghuan", which means "the city of dawn". It is said that Gautama Buddha came here just at dawn, so he named it.

History

In 2007, Menghuan Subdistrict separated from Mangshi Town.

Geography

Mangjiu Reservoir is a reservoir and the largest body of water in the subdistrict. It is very popular for boating, fishing and camping and is home to many residents from other areas of the province during the summer months.

Education

Dehong Vocational College is located in the subdistrict.
  • Secondary school: Dehong No. 1 High School for Nationalities

Economy

The economy is supported primarily by commerce.