🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 149C (NH 149C)

Kuchinda to Sundergarh — 82.2 km

NH 149C is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kuchinda to Sundergarh, spanning 82.2 km through Odisha. It branches from NH 49.

82.2

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 49

Parent Highway

NH 149C Route Map

NH49 near Kuchinda, Kesaibahal, Bamra, Gadiajore, Sundergarh

States & Union Territories

NH 149C passes through the following 1 state:

Odisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 149C

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Kuchinda→●Kesaibahal→●Bamra→●Gadiajore→●Sundergarh

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NH 149C Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kuchinda

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Sundergarh

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 149C

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 49

Total Length82.2 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 149C

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 149C

⚠️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 149C pass through?

National Highway 149C passes through Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 149C?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 149C include Kuchinda, Kesaibahal, Bamra, Gadiajore, Sundergarh.

What is the total length of National Highway 149C?

The total length of National Highway 149C is 82.2 km.

Is National Highway 149C a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 149C is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 49.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 149C?

The speed limit on National Highway 149C 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 149C? (Route Map)

National Highway 149C follows this route: NH49 near Kuchinda, Kesaibahal, Bamra, Gadiajore, Sundergarh.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 149C?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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