🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 543 (NH 543)

Shahdol to Bramhapuri — 510.0 km

NH 543 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Shahdol to Bramhapuri, spanning 510.0 km through Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra. It branches from NH 43.

510.0

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States

Major Cities

NH 43

Parent Highway

NH 543 Route Map

NH43 near Shahdol, Dindori, Mandla, Nainpur, Lamta, Balaghat, Rajegaon, Dhamangaon, Rawandi, Gondia, Amgaon, Deori, Korchi, Kurkheda, Wadsa Desaiganj, NH353D near Bramhapuri

States & Union Territories

NH 543 passes through the following 2 states:

Madhya PradeshMaharashtra

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 543

The highway passes through 15 major cities and towns:

●Shahdol→●Dindori→●Mandla→●Nainpur→●Lamta→●Balaghat→●Rajegaon→●Dhamangaon→●Rawandi→●Gondia→●Amgaon→●Deori→●Korchi→●Kurkheda→●Wadsa Desaiganj

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NH 543 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Shahdol

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Bramhapuri

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 543

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 43

Total Length510.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 543

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 543

⚠️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 543 pass through?

National Highway 543 passes through Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra.

What are the major cities on National Highway 543?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 543 include Shahdol, Dindori, Mandla, Nainpur, Lamta, Balaghat, Rajegaon, Dhamangaon, Rawandi, Gondia, Amgaon, Deori, Korchi, Kurkheda, Wadsa Desaiganj.

What is the total length of National Highway 543?

The total length of National Highway 543 is 510.0 km.

Is National Highway 543 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 543 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 43.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 543?

The speed limit on National Highway 543 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 543? (Route Map)

National Highway 543 follows this route: NH43 near Shahdol, Dindori, Mandla, Nainpur, Lamta, Balaghat, Rajegaon, Dhamangaon, Rawandi, Gondia, Amgaon, Deori, Korchi, Kurkheda, Wadsa Desaiganj, NH353D near Bramhapuri.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 543?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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