In 1750, he lived in Camargo. The census recorded that he was the head of a household, and español. His household had 5 people, and they received government aid to move to the colony. He owned Porción 9, Camargo.
He married Maria de las Casas, daughter of Juan de las Casas.
Maria Gertrudis Vela, born 1743.
Maria Antonia Vela, born 1745.
Jose Antonio Vela, born 1748.
Porción 9, Camargo