Bang Bon Tai (Thai: บางบอนใต้) is a subdistrict (khwaeng) of Bang Bon District (khet) in Bangkok, Thailand. It forms part of the southwestern area of the capital city and borders the provinces of Samut Prakan and Nakhon Pathom.
Administrative status
- Country: Thailand
- Province/Municipality: Bangkok (Krung Thep Maha Nakhon)
- District (khet): Bang Bon
- Subdistrict (khwaeng): Bang Bon Tai
Geography
Bang Bon Tai occupies the southern portion of Bang Bon District, with “Tai” meaning “south” in Thai, indicating its relative location within the district. The area is characterized by a mix of residential neighborhoods, small‑scale commercial zones, and agricultural land that has been progressively urbanized.
Etymology
The name consists of three elements:
- Bang (บาง) – a common Thai toponymic prefix denoting a settlement situated near a waterway.
- Bon (บอน) – the specific historic name of the locale; its exact origin is not definitively documented.
- Tai (ใต้) – meaning “south,” used to distinguish this subdistrict from other parts of Bang Bon.
Demographics and infrastructure
Population figures and detailed demographic statistics are periodically published by the Department of Provincial Administration; the most recent official data should be consulted for up‑to‑date numbers. The subdistrict is served by major roads such as the Rama II (Bang Bon) Highway and has access to public transportation services linking it with central Bangkok and neighboring provinces.
Local features
Bang Bon Tai includes a number of community facilities, schools, temples, and markets that serve its residents. The subdistrict’s development reflects the broader urban expansion of Bangkok’s peripheral areas.
All information presented reflects established administrative and geographic data about Bang Bon Tai as recognized in official Thai government sources.
