Non Sa-at district

Non Sa-at is a district in the southern part of Udon Thani province, northeastern Thailand.

Geography

Neighboring districts are Nong Saeng and Kumphawapi of Udon Thani Province, Kranuan, Nam Phong, and Khao [Suan Kwang district|Khao Suan Kwang] of Khon [Kaen province].

History

The minor district was established on 21 January 1974, when the three tambons, Non Sa-at, Pho Si Samran, and Bung Kaeo, were split off from Kumphawapi district. It was upgraded to a full district on 12 April 1977.

Administration

The district is divided into six sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 63 villages. Non Sa-at is a township which covers parts of tambon Non Sa-at. There are a further six tambon administrative organizations.

Economy

Non Sa-at is a source for growing mulberries and raising sericulture to produce good quality Thai silk.