🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 333D (NH 333D)

Jehanabad to Sikandara — 216.0 km

NH 333D is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Jehanabad to Sikandara, spanning 216.0 km through Bihar, Jharkhand. It branches from NH 33.

216.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 33

Parent Highway

NH 333D Route Map

NH33 near Jehanabad, Islampur/Magadh, Rajgir, Hisua, Nawada, Bhaluahi-Garhibandh, Sikandara and terminating at Lakhisarai

States & Union Territories

NH 333D passes through the following 2 states:

BiharJharkhand

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 333D

The highway passes through 7 major cities and towns:

●Jehanabad→●Islampur/Magadh→●Rajgir→●Hisua→●Nawada→●Bhaluahi-Garhibandh→●Sikandara and terminating at Lakhisarai

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NH 333D Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Jehanabad

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Sikandara

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 333D

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 33

Total Length216.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 333D

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 333D

⚠️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 333D pass through?

National Highway 333D passes through Bihar, Jharkhand.

What are the major cities on National Highway 333D?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 333D include Jehanabad, Islampur/Magadh, Rajgir, Hisua, Nawada, Bhaluahi-Garhibandh, Sikandara and terminating at Lakhisarai.

What is the total length of National Highway 333D?

The total length of National Highway 333D is 216.0 km.

Is National Highway 333D a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 333D is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 33.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 333D?

The speed limit on National Highway 333D 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 333D? (Route Map)

National Highway 333D follows this route: NH33 near Jehanabad, Islampur/Magadh, Rajgir, Hisua, Nawada, Bhaluahi-Garhibandh, Sikandara and terminating at Lakhisarai.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 333D?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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