🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 143H (NH 143H)

Joram to Litebeda — 35.0 km

NH 143H is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Joram to Litebeda, spanning 35.0 km through Jharkhand. It branches from NH 43.

35.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 43

Parent Highway

NH 143H Route Map

NH143 near Joram, Ambapani, Salangabahal, Bihabandh, Litebeda

States & Union Territories

NH 143H passes through the following 1 state:

Jharkhand

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 143H

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Joram→●Ambapani→●Salangabahal→●Bihabandh→●Litebeda

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NH 143H Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Joram

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Litebeda

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 143H

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 43

Total Length35.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 143H

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 143H

⚠️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 143H pass through?

National Highway 143H passes through Jharkhand.

What are the major cities on National Highway 143H?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 143H include Joram, Ambapani, Salangabahal, Bihabandh, Litebeda.

What is the total length of National Highway 143H?

The total length of National Highway 143H is 35.0 km.

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

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

What is the speed limit on National Highway 143H?

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

National Highway 143H follows this route: NH143 near Joram, Ambapani, Salangabahal, Bihabandh, Litebeda.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 143H?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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