[1] It was earlier known as Nakhola, but in British Rule of India, it was changed due to frequent confusion with the name Noakhali of Bangladesh[2][3] In medieval times, there was a war between the Kacharis and Jungal Balahu.

It is situated on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra River, approximately 55 kilometers east of the city of Guwahati.

The town has an elevation of around 52 meters above sea level and is situated in a region that is characterized by low hills and valleys.

The area is part of the Brahmaputra Valley, which is known for its fertile alluvial soil and is one of the most productive agricultural regions in the country.

[2] Bhimsingh’s writings provide valuable insights into the past of the present-day Morigaon town and its surrounding areas.

During this era, two princes from Darrang, Supradhvaj and Makardhvaj, fled their native land due to internal strife.

Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma recently inaugurated the commencement of construction for the Umsning-Jagiroad highway.

The upgrade of this road is part of the Meghalaya Integrated Transport Project (MITP) and is funded by the World Bank.

The station serves as a transportation hub for the local community and facilitates rail travel within the Morigaon District.

These schools provide education up to standard for: Jagiroad, located in the Morigaon district of Assam, is primarily known for its industrial activities.

Overall, Jagiroad's industrial sector plays a significant role in the region's economic development and provides employment opportunities for many people.

It is the first paper mill in the world to produce Kraft pulp in Kamyr Continuous Digester with 100% bamboo as raw material.

[16] another of the two large HPC units ceased operations due to its inability to pay employees' salaries since 2017.

[18] Sitajakhala Dugdha Utpadak Samabai Samiti Limited is a cooperative milk producers' society based in Amlighat, Jagiroad, Morigaon district, Assam.

Established in 1958, the society was formed to provide a structured marketing system for local milk producers, ensuring they receive fair prices for their products.