🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 227L (NH 227L)

NH 227L is a secondary/branch national highway, spanning 26.0 km through Bihar. It branches from NH 27.

26.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 27

Parent Highway

NH 227L Route Map

NH-227 near Umagaon connecting Basopatti and terminating at its junction with NH-527B near Kalnahi

States & Union Territories

NH 227L passes through the following 1 state:

Bihar

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 227L

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 27

Total Length26.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 227L

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 227L

⚠️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 227L pass through?

National Highway 227L passes through Bihar.

What is the total length of National Highway 227L?

The total length of National Highway 227L is 26.0 km.

Is National Highway 227L a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 227L is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 27.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 227L?

The speed limit on National Highway 227L 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 227L? (Route Map)

National Highway 227L follows this route: NH-227 near Umagaon connecting Basopatti and terminating at its junction with NH-527B near Kalnahi.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 227L?

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