Saphan Sung (Thai: สะพานสูง, pronounced [sā.pʰāːn sǔːŋ]) is one of the 50 districts (khet) of Bangkok, Thailand. Located on the eastern part of the capital, it is bounded by other Bangkok districts (from north clockwise): Khan Na Yao, Min Buri, Lat Krabang, Prawet, Suan Luang, Bang Kapi, and Bueng Kum. Most part of Saphan Sung district are low density residential area.
Saphan Sung
สะพานสูง | |
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![]() Unknown location of Saphan Sung District | |
![]() Khet location in Bangkok | |
Coordinates: 13°46′12″N 100°41′5″E | |
Country | ![]() |
Province | Bangkok |
Seat | Saphan Sung |
Khwaeng | 3 |
Established | November 21, 1997 |
Area | |
• Total | 28.124 km2 (10.859 sq mi) |
Population (2017) | |
• Total | 95,537[1] |
• Density | 3,396.99/km2 (8,798.2/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+7 (THA) |
Postal code | 10240 except Khwaeng Thap Chang: 10250 |
Geocode | 1044 |
Saphan Sung was separated from Bueng Kum on 14 October 1997 announcement, effective 21 November 1997, together with Khan Na Yao.[2] Saphan Sung means tall bridge referring to the shape of bridge built over khlongs (Thai canals) back when boats were a main mode of transportation.
The district has three sub-districts (khwaeng).
No. | Name | Thai | Area (km2) | Map |
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1. | Saphan Sung | สะพานสูง | 8.147 | ![]() |
2. | Rat Phatthana | ราษฎร์พัฒนา | 9.009 | |
3. | Thap Chang | ทับช้าง | 10.968 | |
Total | 28.124 |
- Wat Lat Bua Khao (วัดลาดบัวขาว)
- Triam Udom Suksa Nomklao School
- Saphan Sung Discovery Learning Library
- Saphan Sung Youth Centre
- Pra-Ajahn Mitsuo Gavesako Foundation
The District Council for Saphan Sung has seven members, who each serve four-year terms. Elections were last held on April 30, 2006. The results were as follows:
- Democrat Party - 7 seats
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