Morigaon district

Morigaon is an administrative district in Central Assam that stretches along the Brahmaputra River, offering fertile plains shaped by intensive agricultural use. The area contains several protected forest regions that preserve important ecosystems and wildlife habitats.

The district was created as an independent administrative unit in 1989 after being separated from Nagaon district. This division took place to improve local governance and better address the region's growing needs.

Multiple communities live side by side throughout the district, each maintaining their own traditions and practices. Assamese remains the primary language spoken in villages, markets, and daily interactions across the region.

The district is mainly rural, organized around a network of villages and small settlements scattered across the plains. The best time to visit is during winter months when weather conditions are dry and more comfortable for travel.

Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary within the district holds one of the highest concentrations of one-horned rhinoceros globally within a relatively small protected area. This dense population makes the sanctuary a place where visitors can observe these rare animals with reasonable ease.

Location: Central Assam division

Capital city: Morigaon

Shares border with: Darrang district

Website: http://marigaon.nic.in

GPS coordinates: 26.25000,92.34000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:08