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Latest Vote Count Update: Southern Constituencies, Baan Yai Bhumjaithai Retain Majority Seats

Theissue08 Feb 2026 00:01 GMT+7

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Latest Vote Count Update: Southern Constituencies, Baan Yai Bhumjaithai Retain Majority Seats

Latest unofficial vote count update for southern constituencies: the major local political group "Baan Yai" under Bhumjaithai holds most seats, with the Democrat Party gaining momentum after the Election Commission has counted 84% of votes.

As of 8 Feb 2026, unofficial vote updates show the southern election field remains a key battleground for many parties, especially given incumbent champions switching parties, the influence of major local political groups ('Baan Yai'), and candidate changes. These factors all impact the chances of retaining seats. This article compiles and analyzes the latest data clearly by province and constituency.

Surat Thani Province


Constituency 2 – Pipit Rattanarak (Bhumjaithai) The incumbent who switched to Bhumjaithai previously led by several thousand votes, making this district one to watch. Despite being the incumbent, the voter base is not overwhelmingly secure.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026, 22:43


1. Pipit Rattanarak (Bhumjaithai) 24,751 votes

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Constituency 4 – Phansak Boontan (Bhumjaithai) Another incumbent who switched parties, previously winning by a narrow margin. This race remains open, with challengers having a chance if the party's momentum is insufficient.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Somchat Praditphon (Democrat) 37,986 votes


2. Phansak Boontan (Bhumjaithai) 25,457 votes

Phang Nga Province



Constituency 2 – Chakad Phatthana Kitwiboon (Bhumjaithai) The incumbent who switched to Bhumjaithai previously defeated the Pheu Thai candidate by a small margin. However, Pheu Thai has changed candidates this round, which may alter vote dynamics.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Chakad Phatthana Kitwiboon (Bhumjaithai) 12,159 votes


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Krabi Province



Constituency 1 – Kitti Kittitharakul (Bhumjaithai) The incumbent from a local political family narrowly won last time. This time, he faces a familiar rival who switched from Democrat to Prachachon Party, Thanawat Phuklaun, keeping the competition fierce.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Kitti Kittitharakul (Bhumjaithai) 42,104 votes


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Constituency 3 – Kittichai Engchuan (Bhumjaithai) Bhumjaithai fielded a new candidate to defend this seat, a former deputy provincial governor of Krabi. Although the seat belongs to the same party, changing candidates carries risks for the voter base.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Kittichai Engchuan (Bhumjaithai) 40,194 votes


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Chumphon Province


Constituency 1 – Wichai Sudsawat (Bhumjaithai) The incumbent who won by a narrow margin faces a strong challenge from Pheu Thai candidate Police Colonel Sitthiporn Phumphanern, making this district particularly competitive.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Wichai Sudsawat (Bhumjaithai) 33,314 votes


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Trang Province


Constituency 2 – Thawi Suraban (Bhumjaithai) The incumbent who switched to Bhumjaithai faces a key opponent from Pheu Thai, Preecha Yodying. While switching parties may boost strength, acceptance by the original voter base must be proven.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Thawi Suraban (Bhumjaithai) 40,692 votes


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Constituency 4 – Kanj Tangpong (Democrat) Another incumbent who previously won narrowly, seen as the Democrat Party's hope to hold this area amid intensifying competition.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Kanj Tangpong (Democrat) 45,953 votes


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Nakhon Si Thammarat Province

Constituency 4 – Kanokporn Detdecho (Democrat) The Democrat Party changed candidates but retains the incumbent. She faces challenger Nayakorn Triayasit Srisuwan from Pheu Thai, making defense of the seat challenging.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Yutthakan Rattanamat 18,313 votes


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Constituency 9 – Pimpatra Wichaikul (Bhumjaithai) A major local politician who switched to Bhumjaithai. This election will test whether she can maintain her original voter base.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Pimpatra Wichaikul (Bhumjaithai) 16,899 votes


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Pattani Province

Constituency 3 – Sommut Benjalak (Prachachat) The incumbent with a strong voter base who previously won by tens of thousands of votes. This district is a stronghold for Prachachat Party.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Burhan Sameh (Bhumjaithai) 27,505 votes

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Phatthalung Province

Constituency 1 – Supatcharee Thamphhet (Kla Party) Former Democrat champion who switched to Kla Party faces Bhumjaithai candidate Air Force Commander Athikun Kongmee, a former director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, making this race open and tight.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Air Force Commander Athikun Kongmee (Bhumjaithai) 34,542 votes


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Phuket Province

Constituency 1 – Second Lieutenant Somchat Techathaworncharoen (Prachachon) The incumbent from the major local group faces several high-profile challengers from Bhumjaithai and Kla Party, making this another highly competitive race.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Second Lieutenant Somchat Techathaworncharoen (Prachachon) 17,635 votes


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Songkhla Province


Constituency 2 – Sastra Sripan (Bhumjaithai) The incumbent who won by only a few hundred votes now faces strong challenges from both the Democrat Party and Prachachon Party, making this one of the fiercest contests.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Juree Numkaew 26,755 votes


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Constituency 4 – Chonnapat Naksua (Kla Party) Switched to Kla Party. Previously defeated Democrat Party, but Democrat’s new candidate introduces uncertainty this election.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Chonnapat Naksua (Kla Party) 45,101 votes


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Satun Province

Constituency 1 – Peeraphat Ratchakitprakan (Bhumjaithai) Replaced the previous champion from the same political family, Piboon Ratchakitprakan. Maintaining the voter base inheritance is the key factor.

Unofficial vote count update as of 8 Feb 2026


1. Peeraphat Ratchakitprakan (Bhumjaithai) 20,423 votes


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