National Highway 163 (NH 163)
Bhopalpatnam to Hyderabad City — 447.1 km
NH 163 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Bhopalpatnam to Hyderabad City, spanning 447.1 km through Chhattisgarh, Telangana. It branches from NH 63.
447.1
Kilometres
2
States
9
Major Cities
NH 63
Parent Highway
NH 163 Route Map
(NH202) NH63 near Bhopalpatnam, Venkatapuram, Eturunagaram, Warangal, Jangaon, Bhuvanagiri, Chadherghat, Mahatma Gandhi Bus station, Hyderabad City
States & Union Territories
NH 163 passes through the following 2 states:
Major Cities & Towns Along NH 163
The highway passes through 9 major cities and towns:
NH 163 Start and End Point
Start Point (Origin)
Bhopalpatnam
End Point (Terminus)
Hyderabad City
Highway Classification
Speed Limit on NH 163
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 163
- ⚠️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
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