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National Highway 49 (NH 49) in India: Routes, Length Entry/Exit Points & Rules

National Highways 49 takes you through several states, districts and towns. Besides boosting the economic development of the adjoining states, this highway is a lovely route that takes you through several tourist attractions. Here is a comprehensive guide on NH 49 that you can benefit from when travelling via this highway.

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National Highway 49 Latest Map and Route

National Highway 49 traverses through four states. Alongside, there are several entry and exit points on the highway that you can take to explore the state's interiors or move to a connecting highway to reach your desired location.

States Falling Under National Highway 49 (NH 49)

The states through which National Highway 49 traverses include:

Chhattisgarh
Orissa
Jharkhand
West Bengal

Entry and Exit Points of National Highway 49

The east end of National Highway 49 is in Kharagpur, ‎West Bengal, and its west end lies in Bilaspur, ‎Chhattisgarh.

Length of National Highway 49 Route With Major Intersections Across States

The total length of NH 49 is 668 km or 415 miles. The NH 49 route, with its major intersections across several states, is given below:

States	Mile	Kilometre
Chattisgarh	122.41	197
Jharkhand	14.66	23.60
Odisha	266.7	429.27
West Bengal	34.70	55.85

Note:

1.000 Mile = 1.609 km

1.000 km = 0.621 Mile

Types of Vehicles Allowed on National Highway 49

Some of the types of vehicles allowed on the National Highway 49 include:

M1 category vehicles (vehicles used for carrying passengers having not more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat)
M2 and M3 category vehicles (vehicles used for carrying passengers consisting of nine or more seats in addition to the driver’s seat)
N category vehicles (vehicles used for the carriage of goods)
Motorcycles, Quadricycles and Three-wheeled vehicles

Preferred Speed Limit at National Highway 49

You should maintain your vehicle's speed within the following limits for driving safely on this highway:

Motorcycles: 80 km per hour
Quadricycle: 60 km per hour
Three-wheeled vehicles: 50 km per hour
Motor vehicles with not more than eight seats in addition to the driver’s seat used to carry passengers: 100 km per hour
Motor vehicles having nine or more seats in addition to the driver’s seat used to carry passengers: 90 km per hour
Motor vehicles used to carry goods: 80 km per hour

Famous Places Around National Highway 49

There are several famous places in the states through which National Highway 49 passes:

1. Chhattisgarh

On reaching Chhattisgarh via the National Highway 49, you can visit several mesmerising tourist destinations. These include:

Mahant Ghasi Memorial Museum
Jatmai Temple
Energy Park
Purkhauti Muktangan
Garden Swami Vivekanand Sarovar
Gandhi Udyan Park
Kevalya Dham Jain Temple
Tirathgarh Waterfalls

2. Orissa

There are several places in Orissa that you can explore when travelling via the National Highway 49. These include:

Puri Beach
Sri Jagannath Puri Temple
Chilika Lake
Khandagiri Caves
Markandeshwar Temple
Atharnala Bridge
Narendra Tank
Gundicha Temple
Lakshmi Temple

3. Jharkhand

Some famous places you can visit near the highway in this state are as follows:

Hudco Lake
Rankini Mandir
Dharagiri Waterfalls
Hazaribagh Lake
Canary Hill
Surajkund
Johna Fall

4. West Bengal

There are countless tourist destinations in West Bengal that you can explore after entering the state via National Highway 49. These include:

Bishnupur Rasmancha
Lalji Temple
Susunia Hill
Jorebangla Temple
Tiger Hill
Batasia Loop
Peace Pagoda
Tinchuley
Darjeeling Ropeway

When driving on National Highway 49, you should remember certain factors that notably reduce the risk of accidents.

Things to Consider While Travelling on National Highway 49

Below are some crucial things you should consider when travelling via National Highway 49.

If it rains heavily, avoid driving on NH49 as it can be blurry, making it challenging to drive on this congested route.
As the national highway 49 is congested in certain sections overtaking vehicles can be a challenging task. Avoid overtaking on certain areas of the highways unless necessary.
While driving on hills of NH 49, be aware of the hairpin bends and the sharp turns.

Safety Tips While Driving on NH 49

Since National Highway 49 is quite congested and driving on the roads can become quite risky if it rains, it is a good choice to have the right bike insurance or car insurance add-ons like Engine Protect or Consumable cover before your monsoon trips. Here are other safety tips:

Plan your journey by checking weather forecasts. Try to avoid driving through waterlogged areas to prevent water from entering the engine, as it can cost you heftily.

Ensure that the vehicle is in optimal condition before you embark on your journey. Check brakes, tyres, lights, and wipers regularly for safe driving on slippery roads. Additionally, if you are driving a CV, you can benefit from IMT 23 additional coverage under commercial vehicle insurance.

Follow all safety precautions in such weather conditions, such as keeping your headlights on in case of low visibility, slowing down before entering road curves, avoiding abrupt breaking, and keeping an emergency kit in your vehicle.

FAQs About National Highway 49

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What are the regions of these states that the NH 49 connects?

The regions of these states that NH49 connects include:

Chhattisgarh: Raigarh, Bilaspur, Sakti, Saragaon

Orissa: Deogarh, Kuchinda, Pravasuni, Barakot, Jharsuguda, Kanaktora, Kendujhargarh, Pal Laharha, Bangriposhi Turumunga, Chadheibhol, Jashipur

Jharkhand: Baharagora

West Bengal: Kharagpur

How much time do you require to cross National Highway 49?

You will need about 15 hours to cross National Highway 49. However, this duration can vary slightly due to traffic, weather conditions, and driving speed.

What are some of the hotels near National Highway 49?

There are numerous hotels around National Highway 49 where you can stay at night during your journey. These include Orbit Midnapore, The Orchard, Hotel Prince, Hotel Micro Continental, Hotel Utkal Continental, Hotel Grand Amba, Hotel East Park, and more.

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