🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 116C (NH 116C)

Contai to Jamsola — 146.0 km

NH 116C is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Contai to Jamsola, spanning 146.0 km through Odisha, West Bengal. It branches from NH 16.

146.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 16

Parent Highway

NH 116C Route Map

NH116 near Contai, Egra, Belda, Keshiyari, Nayagram, Gopiballavpur, Anshui, Athangi, Hatibari, NH49 near Jamsola

States & Union Territories

NH 116C passes through the following 2 states:

OdishaWest Bengal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 116C

The highway passes through 10 major cities and towns:

●Contai→●Egra→●Belda→●Keshiyari→●Nayagram→●Gopiballavpur→●Anshui→●Athangi→●Hatibari→●Jamsola

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NH 116C Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Contai

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Jamsola

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 116C

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 16

Total Length146.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 116C

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 116C

⚠️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 116C pass through?

National Highway 116C passes through Odisha, West Bengal.

What are the major cities on National Highway 116C?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 116C include Contai, Egra, Belda, Keshiyari, Nayagram, Gopiballavpur, Anshui, Athangi, Hatibari, Jamsola.

What is the total length of National Highway 116C?

The total length of National Highway 116C is 146.0 km.

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

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

What is the speed limit on National Highway 116C?

The speed limit on National Highway 116C 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 116C? (Route Map)

National Highway 116C follows this route: NH116 near Contai, Egra, Belda, Keshiyari, Nayagram, Gopiballavpur, Anshui, Athangi, Hatibari, NH49 near Jamsola.

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