🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 249 (NH 249)

Raigarh to Kunkuri — 188.0 km

NH 249 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Raigarh to Kunkuri, spanning 188.0 km through Chhattisgarh, Odisha. It branches from NH 49.

188.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 49

Parent Highway

NH 249 Route Map

NH49 near Raigarh, Beleimunda, Suruguda, NH126 near Sundergarh, Subdega, Pharsabahar, NH43 near Kunkuri

States & Union Territories

NH 249 passes through the following 2 states:

ChhattisgarhOdisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 249

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Raigarh→●Beleimunda→●Suruguda→●Sundergarh→●Subdega→●Pharsabahar→●Kunkuri

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NH 249 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Raigarh

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Kunkuri

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 249

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 49

Total Length188.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 249

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 249

⚠️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 249 pass through?

National Highway 249 passes through Chhattisgarh, Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 249?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 249 include Raigarh, Beleimunda, Suruguda, Sundergarh, Subdega, Pharsabahar, Kunkuri.

What is the total length of National Highway 249?

The total length of National Highway 249 is 188.0 km.

Is National Highway 249 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 249 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 49.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 249?

The speed limit on National Highway 249 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 249? (Route Map)

National Highway 249 follows this route: NH49 near Raigarh, Beleimunda, Suruguda, NH126 near Sundergarh, Subdega, Pharsabahar, NH43 near Kunkuri.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 249?

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