🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 117B (NH 117B)

Agia to Meghalaya — 144.0 km

NH 117B is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Agia to Meghalaya, spanning 144.0 km through Assam, Goa, Meghalaya. It branches from NH 17.

144.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 17

Parent Highway

NH 117B Route Map

NH17 near Agia (Goalpara), Lakhipur, Phulbari, Rajbala, Hatsingimari, Garobadha, Betasing, Zikzak, Mahendraganj, Purakhasia, Baengapara on NH217 | Assam, Meghalaya

States & Union Territories

NH 117B passes through the following 3 states:

AssamGoaMeghalaya

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 117B

The highway passes through 11 major cities and towns:

●Agia (Goalpara)→●Lakhipur→●Phulbari→●Rajbala→●Hatsingimari→●Garobadha→●Betasing→●Zikzak→●Mahendraganj→●Purakhasia→●Baengapara on | Assam

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NH 117B Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Agia

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Meghalaya

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 117B

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 17

Total Length144.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 117B

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 117B

⚠️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 117B pass through?

National Highway 117B passes through Assam, Goa, Meghalaya.

What are the major cities on National Highway 117B?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 117B include Agia (Goalpara), Lakhipur, Phulbari, Rajbala, Hatsingimari, Garobadha, Betasing, Zikzak, Mahendraganj, Purakhasia, Baengapara on | Assam.

What is the total length of National Highway 117B?

The total length of National Highway 117B is 144.0 km.

Is National Highway 117B a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 117B is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 17.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 117B?

The speed limit on National Highway 117B 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 117B? (Route Map)

National Highway 117B follows this route: NH17 near Agia (Goalpara), Lakhipur, Phulbari, Rajbala, Hatsingimari, Garobadha, Betasing, Zikzak, Mahendraganj, Purakhasia, Baengapara on NH217 | Assam, Meghalaya.

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