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Phang Nga, Thailand – Thailand Flag

Current Date And Time In Phang Nga, Thailand

Thursday, 30 July 2026
05:16:55 ICT
Capital: Phang Nga
Currency: Thai Baht (THB)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (ICT)
Population: 268,240
Area: 4,170.90 km²
State Code: PN

States Near To Phang Nga


Find states and regions closest to Phang Nga in Thailand with precise aerial distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus exact 16-point compass bearing and heading direction. This location intelligence data is used by logistics professionals, supply chain analysts, market researchers, freight operators and travel planners working across Thailand and Asia.

Key Benefits: Proximity data for cross-state logistics routing • Distance intelligence for market expansion into adjacent regions • Compass directions for navigation and route planning • Real-world distance units for freight, shipping and aviation use • Strategic decision-making for multi-state operations in Thailand

📍 Phang Nga Geographic & Demographics Profile Summary

To assist regional market researchers, location intelligence professionals and logistics managers in strategic decision-making, we have compiled the key geographic and demographic attributes for Phang Nga from our regional database:

Capital CityPhang Nga
Total Population268,240
Land Area4,171 km²
Population Density15.80 / km²
Center Latitude8.6558° N
Center Longitude98.3965° E
Average Elevation82 m (269 ft)
UTC Time Zone+07:00
FlagState/RegionDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Phuket Phuket47 mi75 km40 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of Krabi Krabi53 mi85 km46 nm
Southeast (SE)
National Flag Of Surat Thani Surat Thani72 mi116 km63 nm
East-northeast (ENE)
National Flag Of Ranong province Ranong province96 mi154 km83 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Nakhon Si Thammarat Nakhon Si Thammarat108 mi174 km94 nm
East (E)
National Flag Of Trang Trang113 mi182 km98 nm
Southeast (SE)
National Flag Of Phatthalung Phatthalung136 mi218 km118 nm
East-southeast (ESE)
National Flag Of Chumphon Chumphon141 mi227 km123 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Songkhla Songkhla181 mi292 km158 nm
Southeast (SE)
National Flag Of Satun Satun182 mi293 km158 nm
Southeast (SE)

Countries Near To Phang Nga


Explore countries nearest to Phang Nga by aerial distance, with exact distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles plus compass bearing and direction heading. Cross-border proximity from Phang Nga supports import/export planning, international market research, travel corridor analysis and multi-country logistics coordination across Asia.

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FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Laos Laos293 mi471 km254 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Cambodia Cambodia352 mi566 km306 nm
Southeast (SE)
National Flag Of Vietnam Vietnam502 mi808 km436 nm
East-southeast (ESE)
National Flag Of Myanmar Myanmar532 mi856 km462 nm
Northwest (NW)
National Flag Of Malaysia Malaysia808 mi1,301 km702 nm
South (S)

📊 Nearby States – Population & Area Comparison

Compare population, land area and population density of states geographically closest to Phang Nga. This regional demographic snapshot supports market sizing, site selection, logistics zone planning and cross-state business analysis across Asia.

StateCountryPopulationArea (km²)Density (per km²)
Phang Nga (You)Thailand268,2404,17115.80
PhuketThailand417,000543429.51
KrabiThailand472,0004,70944.01
Surat ThaniThailand1,040,00012,89135.87
Ranong provinceThailand191,8683,29817.79
Nakhon Si ThammaratThailand1,556,0009,94375.59
TrangThailand642,0004,91868.85
PhatthalungThailand517,0003,42481.84
ChumphonThailand505,0006,00932.77
SongkhlaThailand1,431,0007,39465.92
SatunThailand315,0002,47935.26

🏆 Thailand State Rankings

How does Phang Nga rank within Thailand? The top 10 states by population, land area and density are listed below — useful for regional benchmarking, investment prioritization and market-entry decisions. States where Phang Nga appears are highlighted with ⭐.

👥 Most Populous States

StatePopulation
Bangkok10,899,000
Nakhon Ratchasima2,634,000
Ubon Ratchathani1,876,000
Khon Kaen1,797,000
Chiang Mai1,785,000
Chon Buri1,727,000
Buriram1,595,747
Udon Thani1,570,000
Nakhon Si Thammarat1,556,000
Si Sa Ket1,452,000

📏 Largest States by Area

StateArea (km²)
Chiang Mai22,311
Nakhon Ratchasima20,494
Kanchanaburi19,483
Tak16,407
Ubon Ratchathani15,745
Surat Thani12,891
Chaiyaphum12,778
Mae Hong Son12,681
Phetchabun12,668
Lampang12,534

🏙 Most Densely Populated

StateDensity/km²
Bangkok3,110.12
Nonthaburi1,087.50
Samut Prakan949.00
Pathum Thani475.75
Phuket429.51
Samut Sakhon417.59
Nakhon Pathom271.98
Samut Songkhram249.04
Pattani213.14
Ang Thong199.60
States By Alphabets
Compass Directions Rose
N (North)
0° or 360° - Directly facing the North Pole
NNE (North-Northeast)
22.5° - Direction midway between North and Northeast
NE (Northeast)
45° - Direction midway between North and East
ENE (East-Northeast)
67.5° - Direction midway between Northeast and East
E (East)
90° - Directly facing sunrise
ESE (East-Southeast)
112.5° - Direction midway between East and Southeast
SE (Southeast)
135° - Direction midway between East and South
SSE (South-Southeast)
157.5° - Direction midway between Southeast and South
S (South)
180° - Directly facing the South Pole
SSW (South-Southwest)
202.5° - Direction midway between South and Southwest
SW (Southwest)
225° - Direction midway between South and West
WSW (West-Southwest)
247.5° - Direction midway between Southwest and West
W (West)
270° - Directly facing sunset
WNW (West-Northwest)
292.5° - Direction midway between West and Northwest
NW (Northwest)
315° - Direction midway between West and North
NNW (North-Northwest)
337.5° - Direction midway between Northwest and North

🗺 Nearby States Distance Guide – Phang Nga, Thailand

🌍 Geographic Proximity & Location Intelligence

Phang Nga is a state or region within Thailand in Asia. Knowing which states and countries lie nearest to Phang Nga is essential for regional market intelligence, inter-state trade corridor analysis, distribution network planning and cross-border logistics coordination. Distances are computed using the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial path between two geographic coordinates on Earth. View the nearby states or nearby countries above.

📏 Distance Units Explained

  • Miles (mi): Imperial distance unit used in the US, UK and aviation industries
  • Kilometers (km): Global metric standard for scientific, logistics and navigation use
  • Nautical Miles (nm): Used in maritime shipping, aviation routing and international navigation
  • Compass Bearing: 16-point compass rose showing exact heading from Phang Nga to each nearby state or country — see the distance

📉 Business & Logistics Applications

  • Supply Chain Optimization: Plan efficient distribution routes from Phang Nga to adjacent regions
  • Market Expansion: Identify the nearest markets for regional business growth and territory mapping
  • Freight & Cargo: Estimate inter-state transport distances for road, rail and air freight
  • Site Selection: Choose warehouse or hub locations based on proximity to neighboring states
  • Cross-State Partnerships: Identify collaborators in adjacent states of Thailand — see Thailand state rankings

🌎 Nearby Countries from Phang Nga

This page also lists countries nearest to Phang Nga by aerial distance. You can also explore the full countries near Thailand page. Cross-border proximity data supports import/export planning, international market entry, travel corridor analysis and emergency logistics coordination across Asia.

📍 Compass Directions Explained

Each nearby state or country includes a compass heading from Phang Nga using the 16-point compass rose (N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW). The bearing angle (0°–360°) is shown with a rotating arrow — see the states and countries above. Useful for aviation planning, maritime navigation, overland trucking and understanding the spatial layout around Phang Nga.

✈️ Travel & Tourism Intelligence

Knowing the distance from Phang Nga to neighboring states helps travel professionals, tour operators, hospitality businesses and travelers plan efficient itineraries across Thailand. Also compare population and area data of nearby states.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Phang Nga MapView the Phang Nga satellite map with GPS coordinates for precise location planning.
🏙️ Cities in Phang NgaExplore all cities and towns in Phang Nga for urban market analysis.
🏳️ Thailand Country DataGet complete Thailand data including population, area, currency and timezone.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Nearby States of Phang Nga

How is the distance from Phang Nga to nearby states calculated?

Distances use the Great Circle (haversine) formula — the shortest aerial distance between two geographic coordinate points on Earth. Calculations use the latitude and longitude center point of each state. Results are shown in miles, kilometers and nautical miles. View the Phang Nga map for exact GPS coordinates.

What does the compass direction from Phang Nga mean?

The compass heading shows the bearing from Phang Nga to each neighboring state or country using the 16-point compass rose. The rotating arrow shows the degree bearing (0°–360°), where 0°/360° is North, 90° East, 180° South and 270° West. See the states table and countries table above.

Which states are closest to Phang Nga in Thailand?

See the States Near To Phang Nga table above. Each row shows the state name, flag, distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus the compass direction and bearing symbol. You can also view the countries nearest to Phang Nga below the states table, or compare all Thailand states by area, population and density.

Why is nearby states data useful for business and logistics in Thailand?

For supply chain managers, freight companies, market research analysts and regional business developers, state-level proximity data is critical for distribution hub placement, delivery route optimization, sales territory planning and identifying the fastest overland routes between markets in Asia. Use the population & area comparison and Thailand state rankings on this page for deeper regional analysis. Also explore country population data, country area rankings and country timezones.