Vempadu Toll Plaza is an important toll collection point on National Highway 16 in Anakapalli district, Andhra Pradesh. It serves vehicles travelling between Visakhapatnam, Anakapalle, Elamanchili, Nakkapalli, Tuni, Annavaram, Kakinada and Rajahmundry.
The plaza is situated near Vempadu village in Nakkapalli mandal. It collects toll for the Anakapalli–Tuni highway section and handles private cars, intercity buses, tourist vehicles, goods carriers and long-distance freight traffic on the Kolkata–Chennai corridor.
The place name may be written as Vempadu Toll Plaza, Vempadu Toll Gate or Vempadu Fee Plaza. These names generally refer to the same toll facility near Nakkapalli.
Older highway records may identify the road as NH 5. Following the renumbering of National Highways, the coastal trunk route through Vempadu is now officially numbered NH 16.
Vempadu Toll Plaza Quick Overview
| Particular | Details |
| Official name | Vempadu Toll Plaza |
| Location | Near Vempadu village and Nakkapalli |
| Mandal | Nakkapalli |
| District | Anakapalli |
| State | Andhra Pradesh |
| Current highway number | NH 16 |
| Former highway number | NH 5 |
| Highway section | Anakapalli–Tuni |
| Project chainage | Km 795.498 |
| Tollable distance | 88.532 km |
| FASTag plaza code | 69001 |
| Project type | BOT (Toll) |
| Toll lanes | 10 |
| Commercial operation date | August 29, 2018 |
| Collection agency | Ankapalli Tollways Pvt Ltd |
| Operating hours | 24 hours a day |
| FASTag facility | Available |
| Plaza control room | 8130006323 |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Nearest police station | Nakkapalli Police Station |
| Nearest hospital | Government Hospital, Nakkapalli |
| Postal code | 531081 |
| Coordinates | 17.397831, 82.675820 |
| NHAI project unit | PIU Rajamahendravaram |
Vempadu Toll Plaza is part of the principal north–south coastal highway through Andhra Pradesh. The road carries local traffic between Nakkapalli and Tuni as well as buses and freight vehicles moving between Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, Rajahmundry, Vijayawada and destinations farther south.
Vempadu Toll Plaza Rates
The following toll charges are applicable from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027.
| Vehicle category | Single journey | Return journey | Monthly pass |
| Car, jeep or van | ₹145 | ₹220 | ₹4,895 |
| Light commercial vehicle | ₹235 | ₹355 | ₹7,910 |
| Bus or two-axle truck | ₹495 | ₹745 | ₹16,575 |
| Up to three-axle vehicle | ₹540 | ₹815 | ₹18,080 |
| Four- to six-axle vehicle | ₹780 | ₹1,170 | ₹25,995 |
| HCM or EME | ₹780 | ₹1,170 | ₹25,995 |
| Seven or more axles | ₹950 | ₹1,425 | ₹31,645 |
A car, jeep or van pays ₹145 for one passage through Vempadu Toll Plaza.
An eligible outward and return journey costs ₹220 when the second crossing is completed within 24 hours using the same FASTag.
The standard monthly pass for a car, jeep or van costs ₹4,895. It is intended for frequent travellers and is different from the special local monthly pass available to eligible residents living within 20 kilometres of the plaza.
Single and Return-Journey Charges Explained
The ₹145 car charge applies to one crossing through Vempadu Toll Plaza.
The ₹220 return rate covers one outward crossing and one eligible return crossing. It does not mean that ₹220 is charged separately in both directions.
A typical FASTag transaction may appear as:
- First crossing: ₹145
- Eligible return crossing: ₹75
- Total charge for both crossings: ₹220
The same active FASTag should be used for both journeys.
If the vehicle returns after the permitted 24-hour period, the second crossing may be treated as another single journey and charged ₹145.
Drivers should keep both FASTag transaction messages until the return journey is complete. The message may show the plaza name, its code 69001 and the amount deducted.
Local Resident Monthly Pass
A person living within 20 kilometres of Vempadu Toll Plaza may apply for a concessional monthly pass for a privately owned, non-commercial car, jeep or van.
The local monthly-pass charge for the 2026–27 financial year is: ₹360 per month
Applicants may be required to provide:
- Vehicle registration certificate
- Aadhaar card or another identity document
- Current residential-address proof
- Active FASTag linked to the vehicle
- Registered mobile number
- Recent photograph
- Completed local-pass application
The toll administration must verify that the applicant lives within the prescribed 20-kilometre distance.
The pass is linked to one resident, vehicle and FASTag. Merely owning a vehicle registered in Anakapalli district does not automatically qualify its owner for the concession.
Local Commercial Vehicle Concession
The 2026–27 tariff publishes reduced single-journey charges for eligible commercial vehicles registered within the district of the toll plaza.
The listed local-commercial rates are:
- Car, jeep or van used commercially: ₹75
- Light commercial vehicle: ₹120
- Bus or two-axle truck: ₹250
- Up to three-axle vehicle: ₹270
- Four- to six-axle vehicle or HCM/EME: ₹390
- Seven or more axles: ₹475
A district registration number alone may not be sufficient. Eligibility can depend on the vehicle category, commercial permit, registered address, operating route, FASTag details and verification by the toll administration.
Taxi, bus, truck and goods-vehicle operators should contact the plaza control room before relying on the concession. The reduced amount applies only after the vehicle and FASTag have been correctly approved and configured.
Address and Exact Location
The commonly used address is: Vempadu Toll Plaza, Km 795.498, NH 16, near Vempadu, Nakkapalli Mandal, Anakapalli District, Andhra Pradesh 531081.
The approximate coordinates are:
- Latitude: 17.397831
- Longitude: 82.675820
Directions to Vempadu Toll Plaza
1. From Visakhapatnam
Join NH 16 and travel southwest towards Anakapalle, Elamanchili, Nakkapalli and Tuni.
Continue past the Anakapalle and Elamanchili approaches. The plaza is reached after entering the Nakkapalli–Vempadu area on the Tuni-bound carriageway.
A Visakhapatnam-to-Tuni journey on NH 16 normally crosses Vempadu Toll Plaza.
2. From Anakapalle
Travel southwest on NH 16 towards Elamanchili, Nakkapalli and Tuni.
Remain on the main highway and follow the toll-plaza warning signs near Vempadu. Avoid taking village access roads unless they are part of your planned destination.
3. From Elamanchili
Join NH 16 towards Nakkapalli and Tuni.
Continue on the southbound carriageway. Vempadu Toll Plaza lies beyond the Nakkapalli-side approaches and before reaching Tuni.
4. From Nakkapalli
Use an authorised junction to join NH 16 towards Tuni.
The plaza is a short distance south of the town in the Vempadu area. Follow the correct toll lane early because local buses and heavy vehicles frequently merge onto this section.
5. From Tuni
Join NH 16 and travel northeast towards Nakkapalli, Elamanchili and Visakhapatnam.
Vempadu Toll Plaza is encountered before reaching central Nakkapalli. Use the Visakhapatnam-bound carriageway and follow the overhead lane signs.
6. From Annavaram
Travel north on NH 16 towards Tuni and Visakhapatnam.
Continue through the Tuni-side section towards Nakkapalli. Depending on the exact starting point and highway entry, the journey may also involve another toll plaza farther south before reaching Vempadu.
7. From Kakinada
Take the suitable road towards Pithapuram or Kathipudi and join NH 16 for Tuni and Visakhapatnam.
Continue north past Tuni. Vempadu Toll Plaza is reached before Nakkapalli. The exact total toll depends on where the vehicle joins NH 16.
8. From Rajahmundry
Travel northeast on NH 16 towards Annavaram, Tuni and Visakhapatnam.
A through journey normally crosses Krishnavaram Toll Plaza on the Tuni–Diwancheruvu section and later Vempadu Toll Plaza on the Anakapalli–Tuni section.
The ₹145 Vempadu car charge is only one part of the total toll cost for the complete Rajahmundry-to-Visakhapatnam journey.
Vempadu and Krishnavaram Toll Plazas Are Different
Vempadu Toll Plaza and Krishnavaram Toll Plaza are separate toll collection points on adjoining parts of NH 16.
Vempadu Toll Plaza covers the Anakapalli–Tuni section and is situated at Km 795.498 near Nakkapalli.
Krishnavaram Toll Plaza is farther south on the Tuni–Diwancheruvu section.
A vehicle travelling between Visakhapatnam and Rajahmundry may cross both plazas. Separate FASTag deductions at Krishnavaram and Vempadu are therefore not automatically duplicate charges.
Drivers should compare the plaza name, transaction time, amount and route before reporting a duplicate deduction.
Vempadu Village and Toll Plaza Are Different Locations
Vempadu is a village in Nakkapalli mandal, while the toll plaza is a controlled highway facility on NH 16 near the village.
The village post-office area, bus stop and internal roads are not the same as the toll-lane location. A person travelling only within the local area may not necessarily cross the plaza.
For navigation, select the toll-plaza result at approximately 17.397831, 82.675820 rather than a generic Vempadu village result.
FASTag and Payment Information
FASTag is the standard payment method at Vempadu Toll Plaza.
Before travelling, ensure that the FASTag:
- Is active and has sufficient balance
- Is correctly attached to the windscreen
- Is linked to the correct registration number
- Shows the proper vehicle category
- Has completed the required verification
- Is not damaged, suspended or blacklisted
Maintain sufficient distance from the vehicle ahead while entering a toll lane. This is particularly important because the plaza handles buses, trucks and other large commercial vehicles.
Following a heavy vehicle too closely may interfere with FASTag scanning or leave insufficient stopping distance near the barrier.
The transaction message may display Vempadu, Vempadu Toll Plaza or plaza code 69001.
An incorrect deduction can be reported through the FASTag-issuing bank, the Rajmarg Yatra application or National Highway helpline 1033.
FASTag Annual Pass
The NHAI FASTag Annual Pass costs ₹3,075 for the 2026–27 financial year.
It is available for eligible privately registered, non-commercial cars, jeeps and vans at participating National Highway and National Expressway fee plazas.
The pass remains valid for one year from activation or 200 eligible fee-plaza crossings, whichever occurs first.
One passage through Vempadu Toll Plaza normally counts as one crossing. Travelling through the plaza and later returning generally counts as two crossings.
Before relying on the Annual Pass, ensure that:
- The vehicle is privately registered
- The vehicle is non-commercial
- Its registered category is car, jeep or van
- The existing FASTag is active
- The tag is linked to the correct vehicle number
- Annual Pass activation has been completed successfully
The Annual Pass is activated on the existing FASTag and cannot be transferred to another vehicle. Confirm that Vempadu is shown as an eligible participating plaza before beginning a journey.
Highway Facilities and Emergency Contacts
| Service or contact | Details |
| National Highway helpline | 1033 |
| Plaza control room | 8130006323 |
| Crane service | 6304674843 / 6304674847 |
| Ambulance service | 6304674842 / 6304674845 |
| Route patrol | 6304674841 / 6304674848 |
| Other emergency numbers | 1073, 108 and 102 |
| Nearest police station | Nakkapalli Police Station — 9154879794 |
| Nearest hospital | Government Hospital, Nakkapalli |
| Truck lay-bys | Two |
| Public rest area at plaza | Not officially listed |
| Static weighbridge | Not officially listed |
| Collection agency | Ankapalli Tollways Pvt Ltd |
| NHAI project unit | PIU Rajamahendravaram — 8130006268 |
| NHAI regional office | RO Vijayawada — 8130006067 |
Two truck lay-bys are listed on the Vempadu project section. A dedicated public rest area and static weighbridge are not officially listed at the plaza, so drivers should plan fuel, food and rest stops before entering the section.
When requesting assistance, provide:
- NH 16 as the highway number
- Direction of travel
- Nearest kilometre marker
- Nearby junction or village
- Vehicle registration number
- Nature of the emergency
Traffic and Safety Tips
Vempadu Toll Plaza may experience increased traffic during:
- Morning and evening bus movement
- Long-distance freight movement
- Public holidays and long weekends
- Temple and festival travel towards Annavaram
- Peak summer travel
- Monsoon rainfall
- Road repairs or diversions
- Accidents involving heavy vehicles
Choose the correct toll lane early and avoid sudden lane changes near the booths.
NH 16 carries intercity buses, multi-axle trucks, tankers and tourist vehicles. Maintain additional distance and avoid driving in a heavy vehicle’s blind spot.
Heavy monsoon rain, standing water and spray from trucks may reduce visibility. Slow down gradually and keep headlights on when conditions require them.
Drivers should not stop near the toll lanes or on the active highway shoulder except during a genuine emergency. Use a designated lay-by where possible.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Why do some records show NH 5 instead of NH 16?
A: NH 5 was the former highway number for this coastal corridor. The route through Vempadu is now officially numbered NH 16, although older toll records and local directions may continue to display NH 5.
Q2: Will a Visakhapatnam-to-Rajahmundry journey cross both Vempadu and Krishnavaram toll plazas?
A: Normally, yes, when the vehicle follows NH 16 throughout. Vempadu covers the Anakapalli–Tuni section, while Krishnavaram is on the following Tuni–Diwancheruvu section farther south.
Q3: Why did FASTag deduct ₹145 first and ₹75 during the return?
A: The eligible car return rate is ₹220 in total. The system may deduct ₹145 during the first crossing and the remaining ₹75 when the vehicle returns within 24 hours using the same FASTag.
Q4: How can a nearby resident obtain the ₹360 local monthly pass?
A: The applicant must normally live within 20 kilometres of Vempadu Toll Plaza, own an eligible private non-commercial car, jeep or van, and complete document and FASTag verification through the plaza or the authorised pass process.
