Waeng Noi district


Waeng Noi is a district in the southwestern part of Khon Kaen province, northeastern Thailand.

Geography

Neighboring districts are : Waeng Yai and Phon of Khon Kaen Province; Bua Lai, Bua Yai, and Kaeng Sanam Nang of Nakhon Ratchasima province; and Khon Sawan of Chaiyaphum province.

History

The minor district was created on 1 June 1971, when six tambons were split off from Phon district. It was upgraded to a full district on 21 August 1975.

Administration

The district is divided into six subdistricts, which are further subdivided into 73 villages. Waeng Noi is a township which covers parts of tambon Waeng Noi. There are a further six tambon administrative organizations.