🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 318 (NH 318)

Dhalbhumgarh to Khatra — 110.0 km

NH 318 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Dhalbhumgarh to Khatra, spanning 110.0 km through Jharkhand, West Bengal. It branches from NH 18.

110.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 18

Parent Highway

NH 318 Route Map

NH-18 near Dhalbhumgarh in the state of Jharkhand connecting Chakulia, Belpahari, Jhilimili, Ranibandh and terminating at its junction with NH-714 near Khatra in the State of West Bengal

States & Union Territories

NH 318 passes through the following 2 states:

JharkhandWest Bengal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 318

The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:

●NH-18 near Dhalbhumgarh in the state of Jharkhand connecting Chakulia→●Belpahari→●Jhilimili

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NH 318 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Dhalbhumgarh

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Khatra

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 318

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 18

Total Length110.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 318

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 318

⚠️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 318 pass through?

National Highway 318 passes through Jharkhand, West Bengal.

What are the major cities on National Highway 318?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 318 include NH-18 near Dhalbhumgarh in the state of Jharkhand connecting Chakulia, Belpahari, Jhilimili.

What is the total length of National Highway 318?

The total length of National Highway 318 is 110.0 km.

Is National Highway 318 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 318 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 18.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 318?

The speed limit on National Highway 318 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 318? (Route Map)

National Highway 318 follows this route: NH-18 near Dhalbhumgarh in the state of Jharkhand connecting Chakulia, Belpahari, Jhilimili, Ranibandh and terminating at its junction with NH-714 near Khatra in the State of West Bengal.

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