🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 544H (NH 544H)

Thoppur to Erode — 94.0 km

NH 544H is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Thoppur to Erode, spanning 94.0 km through Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 44.

94.0

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 44

Parent Highway

NH 544H Route Map

NH44 near Thoppur, Mecheri, Mettur, Bhavani, Erode[7][8]

States & Union Territories

NH 544H passes through the following 1 state:

Tamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 544H

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Thoppur→●Mecheri→●Mettur→●Bhavani→●Erode[7][8]

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NH 544H Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Thoppur

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Erode

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 544H

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 44

Total Length94.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 544H

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 544H

⚠️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 544H pass through?

National Highway 544H passes through Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 544H?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 544H include Thoppur, Mecheri, Mettur, Bhavani, Erode[7][8].

What is the total length of National Highway 544H?

The total length of National Highway 544H is 94.0 km.

Is National Highway 544H a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 544H is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 44.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 544H?

The speed limit on National Highway 544H 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 544H? (Route Map)

National Highway 544H follows this route: NH44 near Thoppur, Mecheri, Mettur, Bhavani, Erode[7][8].

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