He was born circa 1725.
In 1782, he lived in Mier in household number 3. The church census recorded that he was married, casta, and 57 years old. His household included 3 people:
Ynocensio Castañeda, married, casta, age 57.
Maria Gregoria de Mata, married, casta, age 49.
Jose Maria Castañeda, single, casta, age 19.