Morigaon (মৰিগাঁও) is a district in central Assam, India, on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra. Its administrative headquarters is Morigaon town. The district is known for its agricultural landscape, wetlands and Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary, which protects an important population of greater one-horned rhinoceroses.
The population includes Assamese-speaking communities and Tiwa people, alongside other linguistic and cultural groups. Farming, fishing, weaving and local trade support livelihoods, while wildlife tourism brings visitors. Rice is a major crop. Mayong is associated with traditions of magic and folklore, and the Jonbeel Mela is noted for customary barter and exchanges among hill and plains communities.
Common civic concerns include seasonal flooding, riverbank erosion, drainage and reliable road access. Residents also care about healthcare, schools, drinking water and employment opportunities. Wetland conservation, human-wildlife conflict around protected areas, and balancing tourism with local needs are important issues for the district’s development and environmental management.