🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 224 (NH 224)

Chausa to Kargahar — 69.0 km

NH 224 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Chausa to Kargahar, spanning 69.0 km through Bihar. It branches from NH 24.

69.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 24

Parent Highway

NH 224 Route Map

Starting from its junction with NH-124C near Chausa connecting Kochas, Kargahar and terminating at its junction with NH19 at Sasaram

States & Union Territories

NH 224 passes through the following 1 state:

Bihar

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NH 224 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Chausa

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Kargahar

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 224

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 24

Total Length69.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 224

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 224

⚠️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 224 pass through?

National Highway 224 passes through Bihar.

What is the total length of National Highway 224?

The total length of National Highway 224 is 69.0 km.

Is National Highway 224 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 224 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 24.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 224?

The speed limit on National Highway 224 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 224? (Route Map)

National Highway 224 follows this route: Starting from its junction with NH-124C near Chausa connecting Kochas, Kargahar and terminating at its junction with NH19 at Sasaram.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 224?

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