🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 220 (NH 220)

Chaibasa to Dhenkikot — 191.0 km

NH 220 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Chaibasa to Dhenkikot, spanning 191.0 km through Jharkhand, Odisha. It branches from NH 20.

191.0

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States

Major Cities

NH 20

Parent Highway

NH 220 Route Map

NH20 near Chaibasa, Gobindpur, Hata, Tiringidihi, Rairangpur, Jashipur, NH20 near Dhenkikot

States & Union Territories

NH 220 passes through the following 2 states:

JharkhandOdisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 220

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Chaibasa→●Gobindpur→●Hata→●Tiringidihi→●Rairangpur→●Jashipur→●Dhenkikot

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NH 220 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Chaibasa

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Dhenkikot

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 220

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 20

Total Length191.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 220

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 220

⚠️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 220 pass through?

National Highway 220 passes through Jharkhand, Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 220?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 220 include Chaibasa, Gobindpur, Hata, Tiringidihi, Rairangpur, Jashipur, Dhenkikot.

What is the total length of National Highway 220?

The total length of National Highway 220 is 191.0 km.

Is National Highway 220 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 220 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 20.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 220?

The speed limit on National Highway 220 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 220? (Route Map)

National Highway 220 follows this route: NH20 near Chaibasa, Gobindpur, Hata, Tiringidihi, Rairangpur, Jashipur, NH20 near Dhenkikot.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 220?

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