🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 143 (NH 143)

Gumla to Barakot — 247.0 km

NH 143 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Gumla to Barakot, spanning 247.0 km through Jharkhand, Odisha. It branches from NH 43.

247.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 43

Parent Highway

NH 143 Route Map

(NH23) NH43 near Gumla, Palkot, Kolebira, Thethaitanagar, Jharkhand, Panposh, Rajamundra, NH49 near Barakot

States & Union Territories

NH 143 passes through the following 2 states:

JharkhandOdisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 143

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Gumla→●Palkot→●Kolebira→●Thethaitanagar→●Panposh→●Rajamundra→●Barakot

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NH 143 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Gumla

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Barakot

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 143

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 43

Total Length247.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 143

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 143

⚠️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 143 pass through?

National Highway 143 passes through Jharkhand, Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 143?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 143 include Gumla, Palkot, Kolebira, Thethaitanagar, Panposh, Rajamundra, Barakot.

What is the total length of National Highway 143?

The total length of National Highway 143 is 247.0 km.

Is National Highway 143 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 143 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 43.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 143?

The speed limit on National Highway 143 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 143? (Route Map)

National Highway 143 follows this route: (NH23) NH43 near Gumla, Palkot, Kolebira, Thethaitanagar, Jharkhand, Panposh, Rajamundra, NH49 near Barakot.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 143?

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