[1] The Sugandha originates from the Kirtankhola River flowing in the Dapadapiya Union area of Nalchiti Upazila in Jhalokati District.

The river then flows through Magra, Nalchiti Municipality, Kulkati and Ponabalia Unions and then flows up to Gabkhan Dhansindri Union in Jhalokati Sadar Upazila of Jhalokati District and discharges into Bishkhali River.

This river is recognized as a first class waterway by the Bangladesh Inland Water Transport Authority.

In November 2021, a ship exploded at a depot on the river operated by the Padma Oil Company killing one and injuring seven others.

[2] In December 2021, a large ferry fire occurred on the river near the town of Jhalokati, killing 41 people and injuring more than 100 others.