National Highway-61 (NH 61) connects Maharashtra to Telangana. NH 61 is one of the most important roadway networks that connects Bhiwandi in Maharashtra to Nirmal in Telangana. This highway facilitates smooth transportation and travelling across a distance of around 662 km. Recently, NH-61 was extended from Nirmal to Jagtial in Telangana, which further made it an essential part of the country’s on-road infrastructure.
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National Highway-61: Route
NH-61, starting in Bhiwandi, makes its way through Kalyan, continuing to Murbad. Along the route, it transverses through the Ghatghar region, leading to Ale, Ahmadnagar, Pathardi, Yeli, and Kharwandi. The highway then goes through Parbhani and Basmath, reaching finally to Ardhapur and Bhokar, approaching the Telangana border.
National Highway-61: Map
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National Highway-61: Impact on real estate
The development of National Highway 61 has impacted the real estate arena significantly. There has been an increase in demand for residential and commercial properties in towns associated with it. This improvement in connectivity attracts investors and developers. This has also resulted in a rise of around six per cent in property prices in Kalyan West in the last three years, which makes the real estate sector along this highway a good investment option.
National Highway 61, which connects Maharashtra and Telangana, has led to economic growth in the area while also promoting cultural harmony. The real estate development in the area cannot be overseen as it is one of the major facets of the economic development of the states and beyond.
FAQs
Is National Highway-61 open?
Yes, NH 61 is open and connects Maharashtra to Telangana efficiently.
Which is the biggest NH in India?
NH 44 is the longest NH road in India, with a length of 4,112 km. It connects Srinagar to Kanyakumari.
Which is the shortest NH in India?
NH-548 is the shortest NH road in India.
Which states does the NH 61 connect to?
NH 61 connects Maharashtra to Telangana.
Who maintains NH 61?
NH 61 is maintained by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
Which is the oldest NH in India?
NH 19 is the oldest in India.
What is the length of NH 61?
The length of NH 61 is 758 km.
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