Maria Ignacia Chapa was born circa 1773, the daughter of Joaquin Chapa and Juana Rosa Vela.
She married Jose Maria Peña on 14 Feb 1801 in Mier.
In 1782, she lived at La Gloria. The church census recorded that she was a child, española, and 9 years old. Her household included 6 people:
Joaquin Chapa, español, married, age 41.
Juana Rosa Vela, española, married, age 37.
Maria Bonifacia Chapa, española, a child, age 11.
Maria Ignacia Chapa, española, a child, age 9.
Maria Paula Chapa, española, a child, age 7.
Ana Francisca Chapa, española, a young child, age 3.