NH57 route Balangir and Khordha in Odisha

The National Highway 57 (NH57), previously known as the NH224, is a national highway in Odisha. The highway links Balangir and Khordha, two major districts in the state. The total length of the NH57 is around 260 kilometre (km). It connects the western and coastal regions of Odisha.

See also: NH8: India’s national highway that links Assam with Tripura

NH57: Route

The NH57 starts at the NH26 terminal near Balangir and connects to various towns and cities.

The route passes through several important junctions:

• NH126A near Subarnapur
• NH153B near Bauda
• NH157 near Purunakatak
• NH157A near Madhapur
• NH16 Terminal near Khordha

The NH57 connects Balangir, Sonepur, Bauda, Dashapalla, Nayagarh and Khordha in Odisha.

Balangir is a historic city known for its cultural heritage, temples and fairs. Sonepur is known for the famous Sonepur Cattle Fair, which is considered one of the largest cattle fairs in Asia. Bauda is a small town located on the banks of the river Mahanadi, known for its scenic beauty and the famous Baudh Devi Temple. Nayagarh is a town famous for its 13th-century Jagannath Temple and other ancient temples. Khordha is an important city located on the outskirts of the state capital Bhubaneswar and is known for its temples and historical monuments.

NH57: Significance

The NH57 is a major highway in Odisha as it connects two major districts of the state, Balangir and Khordha. The highway also provides access to important towns and cities such as Sonepur, Bauda and Nayagarh. Additionally, the NH57 provides connectivity between the western and coastal regions of the state, which has significant economic and strategic importance.

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