Kundrodi is a small village located in Mundra Taluka of Kachchh (also spelled Kutch) District in the state of Gujarat, India. It lies between the towns of Anjar and Mundra, approximately 40 km from Gandhidham and about 60 km from Bhuj. The village is situated near the major maritime hub of Mundra Port, which is roughly 10–15 km away.
Administrative status
- Country: India
- State: Gujarat
- District: Kachchh (Kutch)
- Taluka: Mundra
- Local government: Gram Panchayat
Geography and demographics
According to the 2011 Census of India, Kundrodi had a total population of 986 individuals residing in roughly 229 families. The village’s postal code (PIN) is 370410. It is bordered by Mandvi Taluka to the west, Anjar Taluka to the north, Adipur Taluka to the east, and Bhuj Taluka to the north‑west.
Languages
The primary languages spoken in Kundrodi are Kutchi, Gujarati, and Hindi.
Cultural sites
Kundrodi is home to a temple dedicated to Momai Mata (also known as Ambe Mata), a Hindu deity revered by members of the Chothani (Rachcha) family. The village contains additional local temples that serve the surrounding community.
Economy and industry
The vicinity includes industrial facilities such as Philips Carbon Black Limited (PCBL), part of the RP Goenka Group, which processes carbon black. Another significant establishment is Chromeni Steels Pvt Ltd, a stainless‑steel production plant with substantial foreign investment.
Notable individuals
Music director Kalyanji Anandji—renowned for their contributions to Indian film music—was born in Kundrodi in 1933. Their family originated from the Kutchi business community before relocating to Mumbai.
Overall, Kundrodi exemplifies a typical rural settlement in Gujarat with modest population size, agricultural and industrial activities, and cultural heritage rooted in local religious practices.
