🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 655 (NH 655)

Angul to Dhenkanal — 56.0 km

NH 655 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Angul to Dhenkanal, spanning 56.0 km. It branches from NH 55.

56.0

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States

Major Cities

NH 55

Parent Highway

NH 655 Route Map

NH55 near Angul(Angul stadium), Mahidharpur, Satmile, Rasol, Bhapur, Athagarh, Gopinathapur, Totapada, NH55 near Dhenkanal

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 655

The highway passes through 9 major cities and towns:

●Angul(Angul stadium)→●Mahidharpur→●Satmile→●Rasol→●Bhapur→●Athagarh→●Gopinathapur→●Totapada→●Dhenkanal

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NH 655 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Angul

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Dhenkanal

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 655

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 55

Total Length56.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 655

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 655

⚠️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

What are the major cities on National Highway 655?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 655 include Angul(Angul stadium), Mahidharpur, Satmile, Rasol, Bhapur, Athagarh, Gopinathapur, Totapada, Dhenkanal.

What is the total length of National Highway 655?

The total length of National Highway 655 is 56.0 km.

Is National Highway 655 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 655 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 55.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 655?

The speed limit on National Highway 655 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 655? (Route Map)

National Highway 655 follows this route: NH55 near Angul(Angul stadium), Mahidharpur, Satmile, Rasol, Bhapur, Athagarh, Gopinathapur, Totapada, NH55 near Dhenkanal.

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