Genealogy Guides
Types of Jiapu — Family Genealogy Books
家谱类型 — 族谱
Understanding the different types of jiapu (family genealogy books) is essential for tracing your Huang ancestry.
Types of Genealogy Books
Zongpu (宗谱)
Complete lineage records covering all branches of a family.
###shipu (世谱)
Generation-focused records tracking family lines through generations.
Jiapu (家谱)
Household records focusing on immediate family lines.
Zhi pu (支谱)
Branch-specific genealogies for particular family branches.
Key Sections
Most genealogy books contain:
- Lineage charts
- Ancestor biographies
- Marriage records
- Land records
- Family rules
- Migration records
Finding Your Jiapu
Resources for locating family genealogies:
- Family ancestral halls
- Local archives
- University libraries
- Online genealogy databases