🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 553 (NH 553)

Rajnandgaon to Amgaon — 89.2 km

NH 553 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Rajnandgaon to Amgaon, spanning 89.2 km through Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra. It branches from NH 53.

89.2

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 53

Parent Highway

NH 553 Route Map

NH53 near Rajnandgaon, Rajnandgaon Station, Chikhali, Gaurinagar, Dharamapur, Bagtarai, Sukuldaihan, Musra, Belgaon, Dongargarh, Paniyajab, Bortalao, Darekasa, Hazara Hills, Salekasa, NH543 near Amgaon

States & Union Territories

NH 553 passes through the following 2 states:

ChhattisgarhMaharashtra

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 553

The highway passes through 15 major cities and towns:

●Rajnandgaon→●Rajnandgaon Station→●Chikhali→●Gaurinagar→●Dharamapur→●Bagtarai→●Sukuldaihan→●Musra→●Belgaon→●Dongargarh→●Paniyajab→●Bortalao→●Darekasa→●Hazara Hills→●Salekasa

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NH 553 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Rajnandgaon

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Amgaon

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 553

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 53

Total Length89.2 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 553

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 553

⚠️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 553 pass through?

National Highway 553 passes through Chhattisgarh, Maharashtra.

What are the major cities on National Highway 553?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 553 include Rajnandgaon, Rajnandgaon Station, Chikhali, Gaurinagar, Dharamapur, Bagtarai, Sukuldaihan, Musra, Belgaon, Dongargarh, Paniyajab, Bortalao, Darekasa, Hazara Hills, Salekasa.

What is the total length of National Highway 553?

The total length of National Highway 553 is 89.2 km.

Is National Highway 553 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 553 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 53.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 553?

The speed limit on National Highway 553 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 553? (Route Map)

National Highway 553 follows this route: NH53 near Rajnandgaon, Rajnandgaon Station, Chikhali, Gaurinagar, Dharamapur, Bagtarai, Sukuldaihan, Musra, Belgaon, Dongargarh, Paniyajab, Bortalao, Darekasa, Hazara Hills, Salekasa, NH543 near Amgaon.

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