🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 549 (NH 549)

Bangriposi to Jhargram — 128.0 km

NH 549 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Bangriposi to Jhargram, spanning 128.0 km through Odisha, West Bengal. It branches from NH 49.

128.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 49

Parent Highway

NH 549 Route Map

NH-49 near Bangriposi in the state of Odisha connecting Bhanjpur, Baripada, Gopiballavpur, Chichra, Chilkigarh and terminating at its junction with NH-714 near Jhargram in the State of West Bengal

States & Union Territories

NH 549 passes through the following 2 states:

OdishaWest Bengal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 549

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●NH-49 near Bangriposi in the state of Odisha connecting Bhanjpur→●Baripada→●Gopiballavpur→●Chichra

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NH 549 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Bangriposi

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Jhargram

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 549

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 49

Total Length128.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 549

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 549

⚠️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 549 pass through?

National Highway 549 passes through Odisha, West Bengal.

What are the major cities on National Highway 549?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 549 include NH-49 near Bangriposi in the state of Odisha connecting Bhanjpur, Baripada, Gopiballavpur, Chichra.

What is the total length of National Highway 549?

The total length of National Highway 549 is 128.0 km.

Is National Highway 549 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 549 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 49.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 549?

The speed limit on National Highway 549 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 549? (Route Map)

National Highway 549 follows this route: NH-49 near Bangriposi in the state of Odisha connecting Bhanjpur, Baripada, Gopiballavpur, Chichra, Chilkigarh and terminating at its junction with NH-714 near Jhargram in the State of West Bengal.

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