🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 116A (NH 116A)

Tamluk (Radhamoni) to Morgram — 282.0 km

NH 116A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Tamluk (Radhamoni) to Morgram, spanning 282.0 km through West Bengal. It branches from NH 16.

282.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 16

Parent Highway

NH 116A Route Map

NH16 near Tamluk (Radhamoni), Panskura, Ghatal, Khirpai, Kamarpukur, Arambagh, Sehara Bazar, Bardhaman, Mangalkot, Futishanko, Kulin, Panchgram, NH 14 & NH12 near Morgram

States & Union Territories

NH 116A passes through the following 1 state:

West Bengal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 116A

The highway passes through 13 major cities and towns:

●Tamluk (Radhamoni)→●Panskura→●Ghatal→●Khirpai→●Kamarpukur→●Arambagh→●Sehara Bazar→●Bardhaman→●Mangalkot→●Futishanko→●Kulin→●Panchgram→●& Morgram

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NH 116A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Tamluk (Radhamoni)

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Morgram

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 116A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 16

Total Length282.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 116A

Cars, Jeeps & Light Motor Vehicles100 km/h

Buses & Goods Carriers (medium)80 km/h

Heavy Motor Vehicles (trucks, lorries)60 km/h

Motorcycles & Two-Wheelers80 km/h

Speed limits are prescribed under the Motor Vehicles Act and Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific stretches.

Safety Tips for Driving on NH 116A

⚠️Always follow the speed limit — 100 km/h for cars and 80 km/h for heavy vehicles on national highways.
⚠️Wear seatbelts and ensure all passengers are buckled up.
⚠️Do not overtake on curves, bridges, or narrow sections.
⚠️Keep a safe following distance, especially during monsoon season.
⚠️Use headlights even during daytime on highways.
⚠️Take breaks every 2 hours during long drives to avoid fatigue.
⚠️In case of an emergency, call 112 (Unified Emergency Number) or 1033 (National Highway Helpline).

Frequently Asked Questions

Which states does National Highway 116A pass through?

National Highway 116A passes through West Bengal.

What are the major cities on National Highway 116A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 116A include Tamluk (Radhamoni), Panskura, Ghatal, Khirpai, Kamarpukur, Arambagh, Sehara Bazar, Bardhaman, Mangalkot, Futishanko, Kulin, Panchgram, & Morgram.

What is the total length of National Highway 116A?

The total length of National Highway 116A is 282.0 km.

Is National Highway 116A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 116A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 16.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 116A?

The speed limit on National Highway 116A is 100 km/h for cars and light motor vehicles, 80 km/h for buses and medium goods vehicles, and 60 km/h for heavy motor vehicles (trucks and lorries). These limits are set under the Central Motor Vehicles Rules for national highways. State governments may impose lower limits on specific sections.

What is the route of National Highway 116A? (Route Map)

National Highway 116A follows this route: NH16 near Tamluk (Radhamoni), Panskura, Ghatal, Khirpai, Kamarpukur, Arambagh, Sehara Bazar, Bardhaman, Mangalkot, Futishanko, Kulin, Panchgram, NH 14 & NH12 near Morgram.

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