🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 353 (NH 353)

Ghorai to Bhawanipatna — 222.0 km

NH 353 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Ghorai to Bhawanipatna, spanning 222.0 km through Chhattisgarh, Odisha. It branches from NH 53.

222.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 53

Parent Highway

NH 353 Route Map

(NH217) NH53 near Ghorai, Mahasamund, Bagbahra, Nauparha, NH59 near Khariar, Bhawanipatna

States & Union Territories

NH 353 passes through the following 2 states:

ChhattisgarhOdisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 353

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Ghorai→●Mahasamund→●Bagbahra→●Nauparha→●Khariar→●Bhawanipatna

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NH 353 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Ghorai

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Bhawanipatna

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 353

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 53

Total Length222.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 353

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 353

⚠️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 353 pass through?

National Highway 353 passes through Chhattisgarh, Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 353?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 353 include Ghorai, Mahasamund, Bagbahra, Nauparha, Khariar, Bhawanipatna.

What is the total length of National Highway 353?

The total length of National Highway 353 is 222.0 km.

Is National Highway 353 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 353 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 53.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 353?

The speed limit on National Highway 353 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 353? (Route Map)

National Highway 353 follows this route: (NH217) NH53 near Ghorai, Mahasamund, Bagbahra, Nauparha, NH59 near Khariar, Bhawanipatna.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 353?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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