Manilla is an unincorporated census-designated place in Walker Township, Rush County, Indiana.

[2] Manilla was originally called Wilmington, and under the latter name was laid out in 1836.

[4] The name Manilla most likely is derived from Manila, in the Philippines.

[5] The Manilla post office has been in operation since 1840.

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