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
2
States
7
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:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 143
The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:
NH 143 Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Gumla
End Point (Terminus)
Barakot
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 143
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
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