Shuangfeng, Shaodong


Shuangfeng Township is a township in Shaodong, Hunan, China. As of the 2017 census it had a population of 14,378 and an area of. It borders the towns of Jiulongling and Xiancha in the north, Jianjialong Town in the east, Qidong County and Qiyang County in the south, and Shaoyang County in the west.

History

Shuangfeng was incorporated as a township in 1956. In 1965 it was renamed "Shuangfeng People's Commune". In December 1979, it came under the jurisdiction of Lianyuan. In August 1983, it was under the administration of Shaodong County. It was restored as a township in 1984.

Administrative divisions

As of 2015, the township is divided into twenty-five villages:
  • Dongnan
  • Liujia
  • Ma'an
  • Haiping
  • Qinfu
  • Dachong
  • Fu'an
  • Guqi
  • Qilin
  • Hongma
  • Chuanxing
  • Dajin
  • Shuangfeng
  • Fengxing
  • Yongjiu
  • Zhonghe
  • Yingfeng
  • Yuejin
  • Jinlong
  • Yuqing
  • Fuxing
  • Shuijing
  • Xiangfu
  • Caojia
  • Daxing

Geography

There are eight reservoirs in the township.

Economy

The local economy is primarily based upon agriculture and local industry. The main fruits are walnut, grapefruit, pear, and peach. The township is rich in Dolomite.

Attractions

Qidanling Karst Cave Group are famous scenic spots in Shaodong.
Sandu Reservoir open to visitors for free. Fishing and hiking are activities around the lake.