🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 157 (NH 157)

Purunakatak to Asika — 156.1 km

NH 157 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Purunakatak to Asika, spanning 156.1 km. It branches from NH 57.

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Major Cities

NH 57

Parent Highway

NH 157 Route Map

NH57 near Purunakatak, Phulbani, Kalinga, Bhanjanagar, NH59 near Asika

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 157

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Purunakatak→●Phulbani→●Kalinga→●Bhanjanagar→●Asika

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NH 157 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Purunakatak

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Asika

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 157

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 57

Total Length156.1 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 157

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 157

⚠️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

What are the major cities on National Highway 157?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 157 include Purunakatak, Phulbani, Kalinga, Bhanjanagar, Asika.

What is the total length of National Highway 157?

The total length of National Highway 157 is 156.1 km.

Is National Highway 157 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 157 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 57.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 157?

The speed limit on National Highway 157 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 157? (Route Map)

National Highway 157 follows this route: NH57 near Purunakatak, Phulbani, Kalinga, Bhanjanagar, NH59 near Asika.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 157?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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