บัญชีข้อมูล (Data Catalog)
ABOUT “Rawai”
Rawai Subdistrict Municipality covers approximately 38 square kilometers and is located in the southern part of Phuket Province. As of January 2024, it has a registered population of 19,293 people, with an additional estimated 20,000 unregistered residents. Rawai is a prominent coastal tourist city featuring attractions such as Promthep Cape, Rawai Beach, Nai Harn Beach, and 10 surrounding islands.
Rapid urban growth fueled by real estate investment and increasing tourist numbers has brought challenges such as environmental degradation, waste management, safety issues, and traffic congestion. In response, Rawai has developed a Smart City plan focusing on five key areas:
- Smart Environment
- Smart Economy
- Smart Governance
- Smart People
- Smart Living
These areas aim to address urban challenges and improve residents’ quality of life through digital technology and innovation.
CITY VISION
“Focused on developing Rawai into a sustainable coastal city driven by smart technology, with an emphasis on enhancing the marine economy, improving quality of life, ensuring safety, and maintaining environmental balance.”
CITY GOALS
Promote public participation
1. Efficiently manage the environment and reduce negative impacts
2. Develop communities and quality of life through digital channels to promote local products and tourism
3. Increase organizational management efficiency and public services
4. Manage community and inter-agency data through cloud/drive systems
5. Prevent and monitor crime and hazards, and enhance public safety through systems such as CCTV and Smart Poles
CITY CONTEXT & NEEDS
Rawai stands out as a key coastal tourist destination in southern Phuket, known for its beautiful natural resources—like Promthep Cape, Rawai Beach, Nai Harn Beach, and 10 islands—as well as its distinctive sea gypsy culture and fresh seafood. These attractions draw both Thai and international tourists.
However, rapid real estate development and rising tourist numbers have led to pressing challenges in environmental management, waste disposal, public safety, and traffic congestion. Therefore, Rawai seeks to apply digital technology and innovation to tackle these problems, enhance residents’ well-being, and ensure the city’s long-term sustainability.
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