Gornja Nugla is located in the City of Buzet, in Istra County at an elevation of 360 meters above sea level and it covers the area of 4.22 km² (1.63 sq. miles). According to the 2011 census report, there were 76 inhabitants. It is predominantly populated by Croats (97%), but also. Nearby places: Čiritež, Strana, Stanica Roč, Cunj, Sušići, Krkuž, Roč, Selca, Rim and Slum.