NH 31 is a 968 km long primary highway in India. This highway passes through three states, namely Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal. NH 31 begins at Unnao, Uttar Pradesh and ends at Samsi in Malda district of West Bengal. The highway has played a crucial role in facilitating trade and business across the states and has also improved the socio-economic status.
See also: National Highway 61
NH 31 latest updates
Recently, Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced the construction of a two-lane paved shoulder bypass from NH 31 to NH 330. This lane will be developed at a whopping cost of Rs 225 crore. Additionally, five national highways will be constructed in Pratapgarh, Uttar Pradesh, costing Rs 2200 crore.
NH 31: States and cities connected
NH 31 connects three states: Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal. In the table, you can find the major cities in these states that National Highway 31 connects.
| States | Cities connected |
| Uttar Pradesh | Unnao, Raebareli, Lalganj, Salon, Machhlishahr, Pratapgarh, Varanasi, Jaunpur, Ghazipur, Ballia |
| Bihar | Chhapra, Patna, Hajipur, Bakhtiyarpur, Mokama, Nawada, Barh, Khagaria, Begusarai, Bihpur, Kora, Katihar |
| West Bengal | Harishchandrapur, Malda |
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NH 31 significance
NH 31 connects three states and has boosted the connectivity and transportation in these areas. The highway has significantly enhanced smoother passage to transport fruits, grains and vegetables. Trade and commerce in the states covered by NH 31 have been boosted, thereby facilitating smoother movements of goods and people. Besides, travelling along NH 31 also offers the added benefit of access to several tourist destinations in UP, Bihar and West Bengal.
NH 31 junctions
The following are the major state-wise junctions situated along Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal.
| States | NH 31 junction |
| Uttar Pradesh | Terminal at Unnao NH 27, Lalganj NH 335, Raebareli NH 30, Salon NH 931A, Pratapgarh NH 731A, Pratapgarh NH 931, Pratapgarh NH 330, Mungra Badshahpur NH 319D, Jaunpur NH 731, Jaunpur NH 135A, Jaunpur NH 128A, Varanasi NH 28, Ghazipur NH 24, Phephna NH 128D, Ballia NH 727B |
| Bihar | Buxar NH 922, Chhapra NH 531, Chhapra NH 331, Chhapra NH 722, Hajipur NH 22, Hajipur NH 322, Patna NH 922, Fatuha NH 431, Bakhtiyarpur NH 20, Barh NH 431, Mokama NH 33, Barauni NH 122, Munger NH 333B, Maheshkhunt NH 231, Bihpur NH 131, Kora. NH 231, Katihar NH 131A |
| West Bengal | Malda NH 12 Terminal |
Impact of NH 31 on real estate
NH 31 has impacted the real estate of Lucknow significantly and also enhanced connectivity with nearby states. For instance, the highway passes through Patna and its neighbouring cities and this results in positive price appreciation of property. The property in these areas has appreciated by a value of 20% for all commercial and residential projects. The improved connectivity has also driven the tourist market and this has led to an increased demand for the hospitality business as well.
FAQs
Which two cities are the terminating points of NH 31?
The highway starts from Unnao, Uttar Pradesh and ends at Samsi in the Malda district of West Bengal.
Which states are covered by NH 31?
The NH 31 covers three states namely, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and West Bengal.
What are the major attractions on NH 31?
Varanasi, Patna and Malda are some of the major tourist attractions covered by NH 31
What is the impact of NH 31 on real estate?
NH 31 has had a positive impact on the city’s real estate and an uptick of up to 20% has been observed in the property prices.
What areas are covered by NH 31?
NH 31 passes through popular towns like Unnao, Raebareli, Lalganj, Salon, Machhlishahr and Pratapgarh.
What is the overall length of NH 31?
The total length of NH 31 is 968 km.
What is the new name for the NH 31?
NH 31 has been renamed as NH 10.
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