🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 716A (NH 716A)

Puttur to Janappachataram — 74.0 km

NH 716A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Puttur to Janappachataram, spanning 74.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 16.

74.0

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States

Major Cities

NH 16

Parent Highway

NH 716A Route Map

NH716 near Puttur, Narayana Vanam, Thumburu, Koppedu, Harijan, Vada, Ramagiri, Krishnapuram, Utthukottai, Tharachi, Palavakkam, Periyapalam, Kannigaipair, NH16 near Janappachataram

States & Union Territories

NH 716A passes through the following 2 states:

Andhra PradeshTamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 716A

The highway passes through 14 major cities and towns:

●Puttur→●Narayana Vanam→●Thumburu→●Koppedu→●Harijan→●Vada→●Ramagiri→●Krishnapuram→●Utthukottai→●Tharachi→●Palavakkam→●Periyapalam→●Kannigaipair→●Janappachataram

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NH 716A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Puttur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Janappachataram

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 716A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 16

Total Length74.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 716A

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 716A

⚠️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 716A pass through?

National Highway 716A passes through Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 716A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 716A include Puttur, Narayana Vanam, Thumburu, Koppedu, Harijan, Vada, Ramagiri, Krishnapuram, Utthukottai, Tharachi, Palavakkam, Periyapalam, Kannigaipair, Janappachataram.

What is the total length of National Highway 716A?

The total length of National Highway 716A is 74.0 km.

Is National Highway 716A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 716A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 16.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 716A?

The speed limit on National Highway 716A 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 716A? (Route Map)

National Highway 716A follows this route: NH716 near Puttur, Narayana Vanam, Thumburu, Koppedu, Harijan, Vada, Ramagiri, Krishnapuram, Utthukottai, Tharachi, Palavakkam, Periyapalam, Kannigaipair, NH16 near Janappachataram.

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