Tamot district


Tamot is a district of Phatthalung province, southern Thailand.

Geography

Neighboring districts are Kong Ra, Khao Chaison, Bang Kaeo, and Pa Bon of Phatthalung Province, Palian of Trang province.

History

The district was established on 1 August 1977, when it was split off from Khao Chaison district. It was upgraded to a full district on 20 March 1986.

Environment

, the district is the site of a proposed rock quarry that has been opposed by some environmental groups and locals. Human Rights Watch has reported that opponents of the quarry and journalists covering the story have been threatened and intimidated.

Administration

The district is divided into three sub-districts, which are further subdivided into 33 villages. There are two townships : Tamot covers parts of tambons Tamot and Khlong Yai, and Mae Khari parts of the same-named tambon. There are a further three tambon administrative organizations.