Ho Kham, Bueng Kan

Ho Kham (หอคำ) is a subdistrict (tambon) in Mueang Bueng Kan district, in Bueng Kan province, Isan (northeastern Thailand). As of 2022, it had a population of 7,265 people and has jurisdiction over 14 villages. It lies on Highway 212 and the Mekong River and border with Laos, west of Khai Si and Bueng Kan subdistricts.

History
The subdistrict was created in 1975, when eight administrative villages were split from Non Sawang subdistrict (then still named Nong Kheng) to form the new subdistrict.

Geography
The topography of Ho Kham subdistrict is a lowland area with important natural wetlands, suitable for agriculture.

Central government
The administration of Ho Kham subdistrict (tambon) is responsible for an area that covers 25,033 rai ~ 40.05 sqkm and consists of fourteen administrative villages (muban). As of 2022: 7,265 people.

Local government
Ho Kham subdistrict municipality (เทศบาลตำบลหอคำ) covers the whole Ho Kham subdistrict.

Temple
Ho Kham subdistrict is home to the following active temples, where Theravada Buddhism is practised by local residents: