🛣️Secondary Highway

National Highway 732 (NH 732)

Karaikal to Thayippakulam — 145.0 km

NH 732 is a secondary/branch national highway connecting Karaikal to Thayippakulam, spanning 145.0 km through Puducherry, Tamil Nadu. It branches from NH 32.

145.0

Kilometres

States

Major Cities

NH 32

Parent Highway

NH 732 Route Map

(NH45A) NH32 near Karaikal, Peralam, Kumbakonam, Thiruvaiyaru, NH81 near Thayippakulam

States & Union Territories

NH 732 passes through the following 2 states:

PuducherryTamil Nadu

Major Cities & Towns Along NH 732

The highway passes through 5 major cities and towns:

●Karaikal→●Peralam→●Kumbakonam→●Thiruvaiyaru→●Thayippakulam

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NH 732 Start and End Point

Start Point (Origin)

Karaikal

Junction point from route description

End Point (Terminus)

Thayippakulam

Junction point from route description

Highway Classification

Highway NumberNH 732

TypeSecondary/Branch Highway

Parent HighwayNH 32

Total Length145.0 km

Numbering SystemPost-2010 (New)

Managed ByNHAI / MoRTH

Speed Limit on NH 732

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 732

⚠️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 732 pass through?

National Highway 732 passes through Puducherry, Tamil Nadu.

What are the major cities on National Highway 732?

The major cities and towns along National Highway 732 include Karaikal, Peralam, Kumbakonam, Thiruvaiyaru, Thayippakulam.

What is the total length of National Highway 732?

The total length of National Highway 732 is 145.0 km.

Is National Highway 732 a primary or secondary national highway?

National Highway 732 is a secondary/branch national highway that branches from NH 32.

What is the speed limit on National Highway 732?

The speed limit on National Highway 732 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 732? (Route Map)

National Highway 732 follows this route: (NH45A) NH32 near Karaikal, Peralam, Kumbakonam, Thiruvaiyaru, NH81 near Thayippakulam.

Planning a Road Trip on NH 732?

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