🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 216A (NH 216A)

Rajahmundry to Gondugolanu

NH 216A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Rajahmundry to Gondugolanu through Andhra Pradesh. It branches from NH 16.

State

Major Cities

NH 16

Parent Highway

NH 216A Route Map

NH16 near Rajahmundry, Ravulapalem, Tanuku, NH16 near Gondugolanu

States & Union Territories

NH 216A passes through the following 1 state:

Andhra Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 216A

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Rajahmundry→●Ravulapalem→●Tanuku→●Gondugolanu

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NH 216A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Rajahmundry

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Gondugolanu

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 216A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 16

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 216A

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 216A

⚠️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 216A pass through?

National Highway 216A passes through Andhra Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 216A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 216A include Rajahmundry, Ravulapalem, Tanuku, Gondugolanu.

Is National Highway 216A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 216A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 16.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 216A?

The speed limit on National Highway 216A 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 216A? (Route Map)

National Highway 216A follows this route: NH16 near Rajahmundry, Ravulapalem, Tanuku, NH16 near Gondugolanu.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 216A?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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