🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 160H (NH 160H)

Malegaon to Shahada — 130.0 km

NH 160H is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Malegaon to Shahada, spanning 130.0 km through Maharashtra. It branches from NH 60.

130.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 60

Parent Highway

NH 160H Route Map

NH60 near Malegaon, Chaugaon, Kusumbe, Mehargaon, Khwathi, Lamkhani, Shewade, Dondaicha, Sarangkheda, Sawalde, NH752G near Shahada

States & Union Territories

NH 160H passes through the following 1 state:

Maharashtra

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 160H

The highway passes through 11 major cities and towns:

●Malegaon→●Chaugaon→●Kusumbe→●Mehargaon→●Khwathi→●Lamkhani→●Shewade→●Dondaicha→●Sarangkheda→●Sawalde→●Shahada

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NH 160H Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Malegaon

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Shahada

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 160H

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 60

Total Length130.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 160H

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 160H

⚠️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 160H pass through?

National Highway 160H passes through Maharashtra.

What are the major cities on National Highway 160H?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 160H include Malegaon, Chaugaon, Kusumbe, Mehargaon, Khwathi, Lamkhani, Shewade, Dondaicha, Sarangkheda, Sawalde, Shahada.

What is the total length of National Highway 160H?

The total length of National Highway 160H is 130.0 km.

Is National Highway 160H a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 160H is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 60.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 160H?

The speed limit on National Highway 160H 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 160H? (Route Map)

National Highway 160H follows this route: NH60 near Malegaon, Chaugaon, Kusumbe, Mehargaon, Khwathi, Lamkhani, Shewade, Dondaicha, Sarangkheda, Sawalde, NH752G near Shahada.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 160H?

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