🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 561A (NH 561A)

Ahmednagar to Vijapur — 289.5 km

NH 561A is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Ahmednagar to Vijapur, spanning 289.5 km through Maharashtra. It branches from NH 61.

289.5

Kilometres

State

Major Cities

NH 61

Parent Highway

NH 561A Route Map

(NH61) NH61 near Ahmednagar, Karmala, Tembhurni, Parite, Karkamb, Pandharpur, Mangalwedha, NH52 near Vijapur

States & Union Territories

NH 561A passes through the following 1 state:

Maharashtra

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 561A

The highway passes through 8 major cities and towns:

●Ahmednagar→●Karmala→●Tembhurni→●Parite→●Karkamb→●Pandharpur→●Mangalwedha→●Vijapur

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NH 561A Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Ahmednagar

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Vijapur

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 561A

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 61

Total Length289.5 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 561A

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 561A

⚠️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 561A pass through?

National Highway 561A passes through Maharashtra.

What are the major cities on National Highway 561A?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 561A include Ahmednagar, Karmala, Tembhurni, Parite, Karkamb, Pandharpur, Mangalwedha, Vijapur.

What is the total length of National Highway 561A?

The total length of National Highway 561A is 289.5 km.

Is National Highway 561A a primary or secondary national highway?

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

What is the speed limit on National Highway 561A?

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

National Highway 561A follows this route: (NH61) NH61 near Ahmednagar, Karmala, Tembhurni, Parite, Karkamb, Pandharpur, Mangalwedha, NH52 near Vijapur.

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