🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 205A (NH 205A)

Kharar to Tepla — 40.0 km

NH 205A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Kharar to Tepla, spanning 40.0 km through Punjab. It branches from NH 5.

40.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 5

Parent Highway

NH 205A Route Map

Kharar, Banur, NH44 near Tepla

States & Union Territories

NH 205A passes through the following 1 state:

Punjab

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 205A

The highway passes through 3 major cities and towns:

●Kharar→●Banur→●Tepla

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NH 205A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Kharar

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Tepla

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 205A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 5

Total Length40.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 205A

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 205A

⚠️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 205A pass through?

National Highway 205A passes through Punjab.

What are the major cities on National Highway 205A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 205A include Kharar, Banur, Tepla.

What is the total length of National Highway 205A?

The total length of National Highway 205A is 40.0 km.

Is National Highway 205A a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 205A is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 5.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 205A?

The speed limit on National Highway 205A 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 205A? (Route Map)

National Highway 205A follows this route: Kharar, Banur, NH44 near Tepla.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 205A?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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