🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 727C (NH 727C)

Gorakhpur to Salarpur — 142.0 km

NH 727C is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Gorakhpur to Salarpur, spanning 142.0 km through Uttar Pradesh. It branches from NH 27.

142.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 27

Parent Highway

NH 727C Route Map

NH27 near Gorakhpur, Sikriganj, Khanipur, Auralia, Salarpur on Purvanchal Expressway

States & Union Territories

NH 727C passes through the following 1 state:

Uttar Pradesh

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 727C

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Gorakhpur→●Sikriganj→●Khanipur→●Auralia→●Salarpur on Purvanchal Expressway

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NH 727C Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Gorakhpur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Salarpur

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 727C

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 27

Total Length142.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 727C

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 727C

⚠️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 727C pass through?

National Highway 727C passes through Uttar Pradesh.

What are the major cities on National Highway 727C?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 727C include Gorakhpur, Sikriganj, Khanipur, Auralia, Salarpur on Purvanchal Expressway.

What is the total length of National Highway 727C?

The total length of National Highway 727C is 142.0 km.

Is National Highway 727C a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 727C is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 27.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 727C?

The speed limit on National Highway 727C 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 727C? (Route Map)

National Highway 727C follows this route: NH27 near Gorakhpur, Sikriganj, Khanipur, Auralia, Salarpur on Purvanchal Expressway.

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