🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 536 (NH 536)

Tirumayam to Ramanathapuram — 109.0 km

NH 536 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Tirumayam to Ramanathapuram, spanning 109.0 km through Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 36.

109.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 36

Parent Highway

NH 536 Route Map

(NH210) NH36 near Tirumayam, Devakottai, Tiruvadanai, NH87 near Ramanathapuram

States & Union Territories

NH 536 passes through the following 1 state:

Tamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 536

The highway passes through 4 major cities and towns:

●Tirumayam→●Devakottai→●Tiruvadanai→●Ramanathapuram

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NH 536 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Tirumayam

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Ramanathapuram

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 536

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 36

Total Length109.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 536

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 536

⚠️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 536 pass through?

National Highway 536 passes through Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 536?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 536 include Tirumayam, Devakottai, Tiruvadanai, Ramanathapuram.

What is the total length of National Highway 536?

The total length of National Highway 536 is 109.0 km.

Is National Highway 536 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 536 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 36.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 536?

The speed limit on National Highway 536 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 536? (Route Map)

National Highway 536 follows this route: (NH210) NH36 near Tirumayam, Devakottai, Tiruvadanai, NH87 near Ramanathapuram.

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