🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 540 (NH 540)

Mahanandi to Sri Sailam Dam — 103.0 km

NH 540 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Mahanandi to Sri Sailam Dam, spanning 103.0 km through Andhra Pradesh, Telangana. It branches from NH 40.

103.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 40

Parent Highway

NH 540 Route Map

Mahanandi, Nandyal on NH40, Gadivemula, Nandikotkur, Sri Sailam Dam

States & Union Territories

NH 540 passes through the following 2 states:

Andhra PradeshTelangana

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 540

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Mahanandi→●Nandyal on→●Gadivemula→●Nandikotkur→●Sri Sailam Dam

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NH 540 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Mahanandi

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Sri Sailam Dam

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 540

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 40

Total Length103.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 540

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 540

⚠️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 540 pass through?

National Highway 540 passes through Andhra Pradesh, Telangana.

What are the major cities on National Highway 540?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 540 include Mahanandi, Nandyal on, Gadivemula, Nandikotkur, Sri Sailam Dam.

What is the total length of National Highway 540?

The total length of National Highway 540 is 103.0 km.

Is National Highway 540 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 540 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 40.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 540?

The speed limit on National Highway 540 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 540? (Route Map)

National Highway 540 follows this route: Mahanandi, Nandyal on NH40, Gadivemula, Nandikotkur, Sri Sailam Dam.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 540?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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