He was born circa 1742. His father was Jose Miguel Chapa, and his mother was Ana Maria Garcia. In 1750, he lived in Camargo. The census recorded that he was the stepson of a settler, español, and 8 years old. His household had 7 people, and they received government aid to move to the colony. He owned Porción 23, Camargo, Porción 24, Camargo, Porción 28, Camargo.
He married Maria Teresa Treviño?, daughter of Antonio Treviño and Isabel Cavazos.
Jose Manuel Chapa. He married Rosalia Perez. He owned Porción 21, Camargo, Porción 23, Camargo.