🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 143A (NH 143A)

Gumla to Tamar — 134.5 km

NH 143A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Gumla to Tamar, spanning 134.5 km through Jharkhand. It branches from NH 43.

134.5

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 43

Parent Highway

NH 143A Route Map

NH43 near Gumla, Ghaghra, Lohardaga, NH39 near Kuru via NH-143A near Lohardaga connecting Bhandra, Bero, Karra, Khunti and terminating at its junction with NH-43 near Tamar

States & Union Territories

NH 143A passes through the following 1 state:

Jharkhand

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 143A

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Gumla→●Ghaghra→●Lohardaga→●Kuru via NH-143A near Lohardaga connecting Bhandra→●Bero→●Karra

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NH 143A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Gumla

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Tamar

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 143A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 43

Total Length134.5 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 143A

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 143A

⚠️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 143A pass through?

National Highway 143A passes through Jharkhand.

What are the major cities on National Highway 143A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 143A include Gumla, Ghaghra, Lohardaga, Kuru via NH-143A near Lohardaga connecting Bhandra, Bero, Karra.

What is the total length of National Highway 143A?

The total length of National Highway 143A is 134.5 km.

Is National Highway 143A a primary or secondary national highway?

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

What is the speed limit on National Highway 143A?

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

National Highway 143A follows this route: NH43 near Gumla, Ghaghra, Lohardaga, NH39 near Kuru via NH-143A near Lohardaga connecting Bhandra, Bero, Karra, Khunti and terminating at its junction with NH-43 near Tamar.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 143A?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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