National Highway 131A (NH 131A)
Malda to Purnia
NH 131A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Malda to Purnia through Bihar. It branches from NH 31.
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State
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Major Cities
NH 31
Parent Highway
NH 131A Route Map
Malda, Ratua, Debipur, Ahmedabad, Manihari, Katihar(NH31), NH27 near Purnia in the State of Bihar.
States & Union Territories
NH 131A passes through the following 1 state:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 131A
The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:
NH 131A Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Malda
End Point (Terminus)
Purnia
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 131A
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 131A
- ⚠️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
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