🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 561 (NH 561)

Ahmednagar to Beed — 141.9 km

NH 561 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Ahmednagar to Beed, spanning 141.9 km through Maharashtra. It branches from NH 61.

141.9

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 61

Parent Highway

NH 561 Route Map

(NH61) NH61 near Ahmednagar, Ashti, Chichondi Patil, Kada, Rajuri, Jamkhed, Otherla, Pitthi, Shirapur, NH52 near Beed

States & Union Territories

NH 561 passes through the following 1 state:

Maharashtra

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 561

The highway passes through 10 major cities and towns:

●Ahmednagar→●Ashti→●Chichondi Patil→●Kada→●Rajuri→●Jamkhed→●Otherla→●Pitthi→●Shirapur→●Beed

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NH 561 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Ahmednagar

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Beed

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 561

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 61

Total Length141.9 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 561

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 561

⚠️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 561 pass through?

National Highway 561 passes through Maharashtra.

What are the major cities on National Highway 561?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 561 include Ahmednagar, Ashti, Chichondi Patil, Kada, Rajuri, Jamkhed, Otherla, Pitthi, Shirapur, Beed.

What is the total length of National Highway 561?

The total length of National Highway 561 is 141.9 km.

Is National Highway 561 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 561 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 61.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 561?

The speed limit on National Highway 561 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 561? (Route Map)

National Highway 561 follows this route: (NH61) NH61 near Ahmednagar, Ashti, Chichondi Patil, Kada, Rajuri, Jamkhed, Otherla, Pitthi, Shirapur, NH52 near Beed.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 561?

Check out our road safety guides and highway speed limits.

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