🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 516B (NH 516B)

Pendurthi to Jeypore — 180.0 km

NH 516B is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Pendurthi to Jeypore, spanning 180.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Odisha. It branches from NH 16.

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States

Major Cities

NH 16

Parent Highway

NH 516B Route Map

NH16 near Pendurthi at Visakhapatnam, Kothavalsa, Bowdara, Araku, Lamataput, Jeypore

States & Union Territories

NH 516B passes through the following 2 states:

Andhra PradeshOdisha

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 516B

The highway passes through 6 major cities and towns:

●Pendurthi at Visakhapatnam→●Kothavalsa→●Bowdara→●Araku→●Lamataput→●Jeypore

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NH 516B Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Pendurthi

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Jeypore

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 516B

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 16

Total Length180.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 516B

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 516B

⚠️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 516B pass through?

National Highway 516B passes through Andhra Pradesh, Odisha.

What are the major cities on National Highway 516B?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 516B include Pendurthi at Visakhapatnam, Kothavalsa, Bowdara, Araku, Lamataput, Jeypore.

What is the total length of National Highway 516B?

The total length of National Highway 516B is 180.0 km.

Is National Highway 516B a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 516B is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 16.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 516B?

The speed limit on National Highway 516B 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 516B? (Route Map)

National Highway 516B follows this route: NH16 near Pendurthi at Visakhapatnam, Kothavalsa, Bowdara, Araku, Lamataput, Jeypore.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 516B?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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